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• Titel: The Tolkien Road
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• Ardapedia-Seite: https://www.ardapedia.org/wiki/The_Tolkien_Road
• Letzte Synchronisation: 26.11.2025 02:00
• Anzahl Episoden: 481
• Durchschnittlicher Veröffentlichungsabstand: 8 Tage 5 Stunden
• Durchschnittliche Episodenlänge: 53:35
• Gesamtlaufzeit aller Episoden: 427:44:13 (~ 17,8 Tage)

Episoden

Titel	Veröffentlichungsdatum	Beschreibung	Länge	URL
The Fall of Númenor » Pt 13 » Aldarion and Tar-Meneldur (SA600) (Ep 338 Redux)	24.11.2025 12:30	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through The Fall of Númenor by exploring The Voyages of Aldarion, the grandson of Vëantur, and future King of Númenor. This will begin a multi-episode arc on this important figure in Númenor's history - join us!And as a reminder: I’ve got a brand-new book on the way, Tolkien’s Tragedy: Concerning Númenor, The Rings of Power, and the Second Age. It’s the culmination of years of study, and I believe it’ll change the way you look at Tolkien’s legendarium.If you’re enjoying this series, make sure you head over to tolkienroad.substack.com and subscribe.Read Tolkien's Tragedy: LINK where you’ll get early chapters of Tolkien’s Tragedy and all the behind-the-scenes insights I only share with my readers.Episode Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK	34:53	anhören
The Fall of Númenor » Pt 12 » Númenor Returns To Middle-earth (SA600) (Ep 337 Redux)	17.11.2025 13:00	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through The Fall of Númenor by examining Númenor’s return to Middle-earth in the year 600 of the Second Age, led by the intrepid sea-captain Vëantur. Join us!And as a reminder: I’ve got a brand-new book on the way, Tolkien’s Tragedy: Concerning Númenor, The Rings of Power, and the Second Age. It’s the culmination of years of study, and I believe it’ll change the way you look at Tolkien’s legendarium.If you’re enjoying this series, make sure you head over to tolkienroad.substack.com and subscribe.Read Tolkien's Tragedy: LINK where you’ll get early chapters of Tolkien’s Tragedy and all the behind-the-scenes insights I only share with my readers.Episode Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK	32:50	anhören
The Fall of Númenor » Pt 11 » Silmariën, Elendil, & The Lords of Andúnië (Ep 336 Redux)	10.11.2025 13:55	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through The Fall of Númenor by considering the curious case of Silmariën and the origin of the Lords of Andúnië, the forebears of Elendil, Isildur, and eventually Aragorn himself. Join us!And as a reminder: I’ve got a brand-new book on the way, Tolkien’s Tragedy: Concerning Númenor, The Rings of Power, and the Second Age. It’s the culmination of years of study, and I believe it’ll change the way you look at Tolkien’s legendarium.If you’re enjoying this series, make sure you head over to tolkienroad.substack.com and subscribe.Read Tolkien's Tragedy: LINK where you’ll get early chapters of Tolkien’s Tragedy and all the behind-the-scenes insights I only share with my readers.Episode Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK A...	17:00	anhören
The Fall of Númenor » Pt 10 » Sauron Stirs In Middle-earth (Ep 335 Redux)	03.11.2025 13:00	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through The Fall of Númenor by examining the return of Sauron around the year 500 of the Second Age! Join us!And as a reminder: I’ve got a brand-new book on the way, Tolkien’s Tragedy: Concerning Númenor, The Rings of Power, and the Second Age. It’s the culmination of years of study, and I believe it’ll change the way you look at Tolkien’s legendarium.If you’re enjoying this series, make sure you head over to tolkienroad.substack.com and subscribe.Read Tolkien's Tragedy: LINK where you’ll get early chapters of Tolkien’s Tragedy and all the behind-the-scenes insights I only share with my readers.Episode Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True My...	38:30	anhören
The Fall of Númenor » Pt 9 » The Founding of Moria and The Death of Elros (Ep 334 Redux)	27.10.2025 12:30	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through The Fall of Númenor by considering the state of Dwarf-dom at the beginning of the Second Age, the founding of Moria / Khazad-dûm, and well as the death of Númenor’s first king. Join us!And as a reminder: I’ve got a brand-new book on the way, Tolkien’s Tragedy: Concerning Númenor, The Rings of Power, and the Second Age. It’s the culmination of years of study, and I believe it’ll change the way you look at Tolkien’s legendarium.If you’re enjoying this series, make sure you head over to tolkienroad.substack.com and subscribe.Read Tolkien's Tragedy: LINK where you’ll get early chapters of Tolkien’s Tragedy and all the behind-the-scenes insights I only share with my readers.Episode Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK	31:49	anhören
The Fall of Númenor » Pt 8 » "The Life of the Númenoreans" (Ep 332 Redux)	20.10.2025 12:00	In this episode, we continue our journey through The Fall of Númenor as we explore “The Life of Númenoreans.” In this section, we’ll learn about the every day life of the men and women of the Star-Land, according to Tolkien! Join us!And as a reminder: I’ve got a brand-new book on the way, Tolkien’s Tragedy: Concerning Númenor, The Rings of Power, and the Second Age. It’s the culmination of years of study, and I believe it’ll change the way you look at Tolkien’s legendarium.If you’re enjoying this series, make sure you head over to tolkienroad.substack.com and subscribe.Read Tolkien's Tragedy: LINK where you’ll get early chapters of Tolkien’s Tragedy and all the behind-the-scenes insights I only share with my readers.Episode Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK A...	41:25	anhören
The Fall of Númenor » Pt 7 » "The Natural Life of Númenor" (Ep 331 Redux)	13.10.2025 12:00	In this episode, we continue our journey through The Fall of Númenor as we explore “The Natural Life of Númenor.” In this section, we’ll learn about the beasts, birds, plants, and other natural phenomena of Númenor, according to Tolkien! Join us!And as a reminder: I’ve got a brand-new book on the way, Tolkien’s Tragedy: Concerning Númenor, The Rings of Power, and the Second Age. It’s the culmination of years of study, and I believe it’ll change the way you look at Tolkien’s legendarium.If you’re enjoying this series, make sure you head over to tolkienroad.substack.com and subscribe.Read Tolkien's Tragedy: LINK where you’ll get early chapters of Tolkien’s Tragedy and all the behind-the-scenes insights I only share with my readers.Episode Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK	40:21	anhören
The Fall of Númenor » Pt 6 » "The Geography of Númenor" » The Tolkien Road Episode 330	06.10.2025 12:00	In this episode, we continue our journey through The Fall of Númenor with "The Geography of Númenor". How big was the Land of Gift? What was it like? Did it have any cities? In the latest episode, we’re going to cover everything you ever wanted to know about the Star-Land itself. Join us!And here’s the really exciting part: I’ve got a brand-new book on the way, Tolkien’s Tragedy: Concerning Númenor, The Rings of Power, and the Second Age. It’s the culmination of years of study, and I believe it’ll change the way you look at Tolkien’s legendarium.If you’re enjoying this series, make sure you head over to tolkienroad.substack.com and subscribe.Read Tolkien's Tragedy: LINK where you’ll get early chapters of Tolkien’s Tragedy and all the behind-the-scenes insights I only share with my readers.Episode Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK	29:41	anhören
The Fall of Númenor » Pt 5 » "SA32 - The Edain Reach Númenor" (Ep 329 Redux)	29.09.2025 12:00	In this episode, we continue our journey through The Fall of Númenor with "SA32 » The Edain Reach Númenor", in whch we’ll learn about the people who became Númenoreans, the various figures that aided them in establishing Númenor, and how they came to Númenor in the first place. Join us!If you’ve ever been curious about the rise and tragic downfall of Tolkien’s greatest kingdom — and how it ties into the Rings of Power and the epic drama of the Second Age — you won’t want to miss this.And here’s the really exciting part: I’ve got a brand-new book on the way, Tolkien’s Tragedy: Concerning Númenor, The Rings of Power, and the Second Age. It’s the culmination of years of study, and I believe it’ll change the way you look at Tolkien’s legendarium.If you’re enjoying this series, make sure you head over to tolkienroad.substack.com and subscribe.Read Tolkien's Tragedy: LINK where you’ll get early chapters of Tolkien’s Tragedy and all the behind-the-scenes ....	34:10	anhören
The Fall of Númenor » Pt 4 » "SA1 - Foundation of the Grey Havens and of Lindon" (Ep 328 Redux)	22.09.2025 12:00	In this episode, we’ll be exploring the “Foundation of the Grey Havens and of Lindon” in Year 1 of the Second Age. Topics include the overthrow of Morgoth, Thranduil (father of Legolas), Gil-galad, Galadriel, Celeborn, Elrond, and Elros. Join us!If you’ve ever been curious about the rise and tragic downfall of Tolkien’s greatest kingdom — and how it ties into the Rings of Power and the epic drama of the Second Age — you won’t want to miss this.And here’s the really exciting part: I’ve got a brand-new book on the way, Tolkien’s Tragedy: Concerning Númenor, The Rings of Power, and the Second Age. It’s the culmination of years of study, and I believe it’ll change the way you look at Tolkien’s legendarium.If you’re enjoying this series, make sure you head over to tolkienroad.substack.com and subscribe.Read Tolkien's Tragedy: LINK where you’ll get early chapters of Tolkien’s Tragedy and all the behind-the-scenes insights I only share with my readers.Epi...	26:25	anhören
The Fall of Númenor » Pt 3 » Before the Second Age (Ep 327 Redux)	16.09.2025 12:00	In this episode, we continue our journey through The Fall of Númenor with "Before the Second Age", a summary of the major events leading up to the story of Númenor.If you’ve ever been curious about the rise and tragic downfall of Tolkien’s greatest kingdom — and how it ties into the Rings of Power and the epic drama of the Second Age — you won’t want to miss this.And here’s the really exciting part: I’ve got a brand-new book on the way, Tolkien’s Tragedy: Concerning Númenor, The Rings of Power, and the Second Age. It’s the culmination of years of study, and I believe it’ll change the way you look at Tolkien’s legendarium.If you’re enjoying this series, make sure you head over to tolkienroad.substack.com and subscribe.Read Tolkien's Tragedy: LINK where you’ll get early chapters of Tolkien’s Tragedy and all the behind-the-scenes insights I only share with my readers.Alright — let’s dive into "Before the Second Age"!Episode Link: LINK	27:39	anhören
The Fall of Númenor » Pt 2 » The Saga of a Dark Age (Ep 325 Redux)	08.09.2025 12:00	In this episode, we continue our journey through The Fall of Númenor with the volume's introduction, titled "The Saga of a Dark Age".If you’ve ever been curious about the rise and tragic downfall of Tolkien’s greatest kingdom — and how it ties into the Rings of Power and the epic drama of the Second Age — you won’t want to miss this.And here’s the really exciting part: I’ve got a brand-new book on the way, Tolkien’s Tragedy: Concerning Númenor, The Rings of Power, and the Second Age. It’s the culmination of years of study, and I believe it’ll change the way you look at Tolkien’s legendarium.If you’re enjoying this series, make sure you head over to tolkienroad.substack.com and subscribe.Read Tolkien's Tragedy: LINK where you’ll get early chapters of Tolkien’s Tragedy and all the behind-the-scenes insights I only share with my readers.Alright — let’s dive into Númenor’s epic story, and rediscover why it remains one of the most haunting legends Tolki....	26:09	anhören
The Fall of Númenor » Pt 1 » Intro and Overview (Ep 324 Redux)	01.09.2025 12:30	We’re bringing back one of our most popular journeys: our series on The Fall of Númenor! If you’ve ever been curious about the rise and tragic downfall of Tolkien’s greatest kingdom — and how it ties into the Rings of Power and the epic drama of the Second Age — you won’t want to miss this.And here’s the really exciting part: I’ve got a brand-new book on the way, Tolkien’s Tragedy: Concerning Númenor, The Rings of Power, and the Second Age. It’s the culmination of years of study, and I believe it’ll change the way you look at Tolkien’s legendarium.If you’re enjoying this series, make sure you head over to tolkienroad.substack.com and subscribe.Read Tolkien's Tragedy: LINK where you’ll get early chapters of Tolkien’s Tragedy and all the behind-the-scenes insights I only share with my readers.Alright — let’s dive into Númenor’s epic story, and rediscover why it remains one of the most haunting legends Tolkien ever wrote.Episode Link: LINK	30:58	anhören
0397 » Introducing Tolkien’s Tragedy: My New Book on Númenor & the Second Age	25.08.2025 12:00	Hey there, fellow travelers! I’ve got some exciting news: my new book Tolkien’s Tragedy: Concerning Númenor, The Rings of Power, and the Second Age is finally here.This has been years in the making. In fact, when I first started outlining it, Amazon’s Rings of Power series hadn’t even been announced. Now we’re two seasons in, and I think this book offers insights that are more timely than ever.The full text is almost finished, but I’m still deciding on the best way to publish it. For now, I’m sharing it chapter by chapter over on my new Substack — that’s TolkienRoad.Substack.com. You can read the introduction and first chapter for free, and if you’d like to go deeper, you can get the rest with a Patreon or Substack membership.What you’re about to hear is the introduction to Tolkien’s Tragedy. I can’t wait to share it with you, and I’d love to hear your thoughts.So, head over to TolkienRoad.Substack.com to follow along — and now, let’s dive in!Become a s...	11:55	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age	18.08.2025 12:00	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey concludes with Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age!The last chapter of The Silmarillion is a synoptic account of the Second and Third Ages which focuses upon the legends of the Rings of Power, all the way through the events of the late Third Age depicted in The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. It's something like a 50,000 foot view of the whole mass of Middle-earth's history after the First Age, right on through the story of Frodo and the Fellowship.Silm Guide Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Also, I've just launched a new Substack here: LINK LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:12:10	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Akallabêth » The Downfall of Númenor	11.08.2025 12:00	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Akallabêth - the Downfall of Númenor!“Akallabêth” is the synoptic account of Númenor in the Second Age of Middle-earth. This account spans almost 3500 years of history. It begins with the establishment of Númenor by Elros (brother of Elrond), and ends with the destruction of the island kingdom when its last king attempts to assail The Blessed Realm.Silm Guide Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Also, I've just launched a new Substack here: LINK LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:14:08	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 24 » Of the Voyage of Eärendil and the War of Wrath	04.08.2025 12:30	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 24 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of the Voyage of Eärendil and the War of Wrath!In Chapter 24, the First Age comes to a cataclysmic end, as a hero undertakes a desperate journey to Valinor, and the powers of Aman gather for a transoceanic assault on the forces and strongholds of Morgoth!Silm Guide Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Also, I've just launched a new Substack here: LINK LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:02:06	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 23 » Of Tuor and the Fall of Gondolin	28.07.2025 12:00	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 23 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of Tuor and the Fall of Gondolin.With Doriath having fallen in Chapter 22, the remaining Elvish enclaves of Beleriand face increasing peril, and not even Gondolin can remain hidden from the forces of Morgoth forever!Silm Guide Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Also, I've just launched a new Substack here: LINK LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	40:31	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 22 » Of the Ruin of Doriath	21.07.2025 12:00	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 22 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of the Ruin of Doriath!“Of the Ruin of Doriath” is not one of the longer chapters in The Silmarillion, but it is packed with hugely significant events as we rapidly approach the climactic catastrophes of the First Age! It all picks up after the death of Túrin and Nienor, Húrin’s children.Silm Guide Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Also, I've just launched a new Substack here: LINK LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	54:17	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 21 » Of Túrin Turambar	14.07.2025 12:30	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 21 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of Túrin Turambar.The tale of Túrin Turambar is a long one, rivaling “Of Beren and Lúthien” and “Akallabêth” as the longest chapter in The Silmarillion. It is also quite tragic, as we shall see. After giving a bit of background on Túrin’s ancestry, it picks up where the last chapter left off, with Túrin’s father Húrin imprisoned in Angband. The chapter then focuses in on Túrin’s life.Silm Guide Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	48:44	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 20 » Of the Fifth Battle: Nirnaeth Arnoediad	07.07.2025 12:30	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 20 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of the Fifth Battle: Nirnaeth Arnoediad!After Beren and Lúthien’s excellent adventure, what could possibly come next? Only a great battle brimming with bloodshed and “Unnumbered Tears” of course! First though, Tolkien provides a brief epilogue for Beren and Lúthien, giving them a happy ending, though, in true Tolkienian fashion, leaving Melian with a “grief of loss” heavier than anyone has ever known.Silm Guide Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	44:57	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 19 » Of Beren and Lúthien	30.06.2025 12:00	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 19 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of Beren and Lúthien.In my view, “Of Beren and Lúthien” is the crown jewel of The Silmarillion. I love it so much I wrote a book about it. It was one of Tolkien’s favorites too, and it’s one of the longest chapters in The Silmarillion. It picks up where the last chapter left off, in the aftermath of the Battle of Sudden Flame.Silm Guide Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:38:26	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 18 » Of the Ruin of Beleriand and the Fall of Fingolfin	23.06.2025 12:00	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 18 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of the Ruin of Beleriand and the Fall of Fingolfin.In Chapter 18, Angband breaks loose upon Beleriand. What ensues is the The Battle of Sudden Flame and its terrible aftermath.Silm Guide Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	55:39	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 17 » Of the Coming of Men Into the West	17.06.2025 12:00	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 17 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of the Coming of Men Into the West.In Chapter 17, we learn of the first Men to enter into Beleriand. Furthermore, we learn about the beginnings of their relationship with the Elves, and what the term Edain means. By the way, this is the last relatively calm chapter in The Silmarillion. The stage has been set, and a lot of adventure, war, and destruction is about to be unleashed.Silm Guide Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:03:54	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 16 » Of Maeglin	02.06.2025 12:30	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 16 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of Maeglin.“Of Maeglin” represents a shift in the style of The Silmarillion. While we had previously been dealing in something like a chronicle of the various Elves in Beleriand, with this chapter the scope becomes much narrower, and we focus in on the story of Aredhel, the sister of Turgon, and on the hidden city of Gondolin. “Of Maeglin” is one of the book’s first chapters that really works well as a tale unto itself, although it of course bears significant relation to the rest of The Silmarillion as well.Silm Guide Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	52:56	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 15 » Of the Noldor in Beleriand	26.05.2025 12:30	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 15 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of the Noldor in Beleriand.In Chapter 15, Turgon establishes the secret and glorious realm of Gondolin, Galadriel becomes a handmaiden of Melian, and Thingol learns of the kinslaying!Silm Guide Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	42:53	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 14 » Of Beleriand and Its Realms	19.05.2025 12:00	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 14 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of Beleriand and Its Realms.Silm Guide Link: LINK support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	39:35	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 13 » Of the Return of the Noldor	12.05.2025 12:30	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 13 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of the Return of the Noldor.The action really picks back up in Chapter 13: a faceoff between Fëanor and Balrogs, the capture and torment of Maedhros, a confrontation with Thingol, and to top it all, Melkor introduces a dragon into the mix!Over the next several months, we'll be continuing to revisit the entire 30-episode Silmarillion series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. While you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters.To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	53:26	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 12 » Of Men	05.05.2025 12:30	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 12 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of Men.Yes, Chapter 12 introduces a mysterious new intelligent species to Middle-earth - the Atani, that is, the mortal people of mankind - and speaks of their first contact with the Elves of Beleriand.Over the next several months, we'll be continuing to revisit the entire 30-episode Silmarillion series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. While you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters.To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	43:54	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 11 » Of the Sun and Moon and the Hiding of Valinor	28.04.2025 12:30	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 11 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of The Sun and Moon and the Hiding of Valinor.With the hurricane of catastrophes brought on by Morgoth’s murder of the Two Trees subsiding, the dust is settling, and the Valar have some decisions to make. Chapter 11 of The Silmarillion deals with the creation of the Sun and the Moon following the disasters in the Blessed Realm, as well as the hiding of Valinor from the peoples of Beleriand and all other lands.Over the next several months, we'll be continuing to revisit the entire 30-episode Silmarillion series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. While you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters.To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths Pr...	1:00:10	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 10 » Of the Sindar	21.04.2025 12:30	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 10 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of The Sindar.The Noldor, led by Fëanor, have re-entered Beleriand in pursuit of Morgoth and the Silmarils. This chapter brings us up to speed with the Elves that already inhabit Beleriand, especially the people of King Elwë Thingol (a.k.a. the Sindar) and what has transpired in the long span of years since their brethren departed Beleriand for the Blessed Realm.Over the next several months, we'll be continuing to revisit the entire 30-episode Silmarillion series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. While you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters.To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	53:04	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 09 » Of the Flight of the Noldor	14.04.2025 12:00	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 9 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of The Flight Of The Noldor.With Melkor and Ungoliant having slain the Two Trees and stolen the Silmarils, Chapter 9 concerns the consequences of these actions for the Valar and the Elves, as well as the fate of Ungoliant.Over the next several months, we'll be continuing to revisit the entire 30-episode Silmarillion series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. While you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters.To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:21:42	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 08 » Of the Darkening of Valinor	07.04.2025 12:40	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 8 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of the Darkening of Valinor.In Chapter 8, the bliss of Valinor comes to a sudden end as Melkor unleashes his sinister plot with the aid of the horrifying monster Ungoliant.Over the next several months, we'll be continuing to revisit the entire 30-episode Silmarillion series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. While you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters.To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	53:19	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 07 » Of the Silmarils and the Unrest of the Noldor	31.03.2025 12:30	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 7 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of the Silmarils and the Unrest of the Noldor.In Chapter 7, we learn what the Silmarils are, where they came from, and how clouds begin to gather over the blessed realm of Valinor.Over the next several months, we'll be continuing to revisit the entire 30-episode Silmarillion series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. While you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters.To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:07:52	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 06 » Of Fëanor and the Unchaining of Melkor	24.03.2025 13:00	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 6 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of Fëanor and the Unchaining of Melkor.Chapter 6 is really the quiet calm before the storm. All hell is about to break loose. Yet first, we must become acquainted with the great Fëanor, one of the most significant characters in the whole Middle-earth legedarium, and also understand how Melkor escapes bondage and comes once again to freedom.Over the next several months, we'll be continuing to revisit the entire 30-episode Silmarillion series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. While you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters.To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:05:58	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 05 » Of Eldarmar & The Princes of the Eldalië	17.03.2025 12:30	Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 5 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of Eldamar and the Princes of the Eldalië.In Chapter 5, we come to find out how the three Elvish peoples (the Vanyar, the Noldor, and the Teleri) came to Aman, the Blessed Realm. We also learn a great deal more about the Noldor and the Teleri, and about the personalities of these groups of Elves. The princes of the Noldor, in particular, start to come into focus as key players near the end of the chapter.Over the next several months, we'll be continuing to revisit the entire 30-episode Silmarillion series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. And while you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters.To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths Pres...	55:15	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 04 » Of Thingol and Melian	10.03.2025 12:30	Hey there, fellow travelers!Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 4 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of Thingol and Melian!Over the next several months, we'll be continuing to revisit the entire 30-episode Silmarillion series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. And while you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters.Chapter 4 of The Silmarillion is a short and succinct “boy-meets-girl” story, or so a surface reading would suggest. However, as with most things Tolkien, there is much more to it than that, as it is in fact an important development in the history of Middle-earth, and in it we see key themes begin to develop to the point of fruition.To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of ...	49:41	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 03 » Of the Awakening of the Elves and the Captivity of Melkor	03.03.2025 14:00	Hey there, fellow travelers!Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 3 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of The Awakening of the Elves and the Captivity of Melkor!Over the next several months, we'll be continuing to revisit the entire 30-episode Silmarillion series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. And while you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters.In Chapter 3, we finally embark upon something like a continuous narrative. Up to this point, much has been given by way of background, but chapter 3 is primarily concerned with the awakening of the Elves, their journey to Valinor, and another epic war against Melkor and his minions!To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: h...	1:14:43	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 02 » Of Aulë and Yavanna » Origins of Dwarves and Ents	24.02.2025 14:00	Hey there, fellow travellers!Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 2 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of Aulë and Yavanna!Over the next several months, we'll be continuing to revisit the entire 30-episode Silmarillion series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. And while you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters.In Chapter 2, we're introduced to the contentious relationship of Aulë, the father of the Dwarves, and Yavanna, the mother of the Ents.To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-FREE: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	50:29	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 01 (part 2) » Of the Beginning of Days » The Creation of the Two Trees of Valinor	17.02.2025 14:00	Hey there, fellow travellers!Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 1 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of the Beginning of Days, part 2!Yes, Chapter 1 had so much to discuss that we had to break it into two parts, so you're getting the second half right now!Over the next several months, we'll be continuing to revisit the entire 30-episode Silmarillion series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. And while you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters.Having established their home in Valinor of the Blessed Realm, the Valar begin a new work: the Two Trees of Valinor. What are the Two Trees and what is their significance for Middle-earth? Furthermore, how do they prepare the way for the coming of Elves and Men, and work against the dark designs of Melkor?To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK	1:14:23	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ch 01 » Of the Beginning of Days » The Two Lamps, The First War of Middle-earth	10.02.2025 14:00	Hey there, fellow travellers!Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Chapter 1 of Quenta Silmarillion - Of the Beginning of Days.Just to be clear, "Quenta Silmarillion" means "The History of the Silmarils". While Tolkien intended "Ainulindalë" and "Valaquenta" to be essentially standalone works, Quenta Silmarillion encompasses the next 24 chapters.Over the next several months, we'll be revisiting the entire 30-episode Silmarillion series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. And while you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters.Chapter 1 - Of the Beginning of Days tells of the First War of Arda, the creation of the two Great Lamps by the Valar, and the malicious actions of Melkor, the fallen Ainu and chief villain of Quenta Silmarillion.To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK AD-FREE: LINK AD-...	48:23	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Valaquenta » The Gods Of Middle-earth » The Story of the Valar	03.02.2025 14:00	Hey there, fellow travellers!Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Valaquenta - The Story of the Valar!Over the next several months, we'll be revisiting the entire 30-episode Silmarillion series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. And while you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters.As mentioned, this episode is an overview of Valaquenta - The Story of the Valar - which introduces us to many of the great powers, or gods, that govern Middle-earth. In addition, it also tells us briefly of the true nature of familiar figures like Sauron and Gandalf.To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:11:52	anhören
Silmarillion 2025 » Ainulindalë » The Creation of Middle-earth » The Music of the Ainur	27.01.2025 14:00	Hey there, fellow travellers!Our 2025 Silmarillion journey continues with Ainulindalë - The Music of the Ainur - which, simply put, is the Middle-earth creation story.Over the next several months, we'll be revisiting the 30-episode series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. And while you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters.This episode is an overview of Ainulindalë - The Music of the Ainur - which is the creation story of Middle-earth.To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:06:44	anhören
Read The Silmarillion in 2025 » START HERE!	22.01.2025 11:00	Hey there, fellow travellers!Right now, I have one major goal for The Tolkien Road: to finish my next book!While I'm doing that, I want to invite you to read through The Silmarillion with The Tolkien Road this year!Over the next several months, we'll be revisiting the 30-episode series that Greta and I recorded back in 2022. And while you're listening, check out SilmGuide.com for guides to individual chapters. You can find that link in the show notes!The first episode is an overview of The Silmarillion, including its background, structure, and themes.To support our work here, please visit Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Enjoy!OTHER LINKS:Video of this episode: LINK Tolkien Road merch @ True Myths PressBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:07:44	anhören
REVISITED » 6 Life-Changing Insights From Tolkien	15.01.2025 12:30	Hey there fellow travellers!This week we'll be revisiting episode 197, which focused on 6 amazing spiritual insights from Tolkien. Visit TolkienRoad.com/spirit to download these 6 points as a PDF!Also, visit TrueMythsPress.com to for Tolkien Road gear like Two Trees coffee mugs, Tolkien Road t-shirts, and signed copies of my books (which are almost gone!).Finally, if you'd like to support our work, visit Patron.com/TolkienRoad!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	38:05	anhören
Lore of the Rings Interview » Why and How The Lord of the Rings is a "Religious and Catholic Work"	21.12.2024 19:13	Listen to the whole episode: LINK there, fellow travellers!Merry Christmas! I was recently a guest on the Lore of the Rings podcast - that's L-O-R-E - where I joined host Aaron to discuss the ways in which Lord of the Rings is a "fundamentally religous work".We uncovered:- The grace Faramir says before sharing a meal with Frodo and Sam.- The liturgical significance of March 25 — the day the One Ring was destroyed.- The mysterious Three Prayers of Númenor, preserved in Unfinished Tales.- Why Tolkien preferred absorbed symbolism over overt allegory.I wanted to share a portion of this interview on The Tolkien Road's podcast feed, but you really need to go check out the whole thing over on Aaron's feed.Listen to the whole episode: LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	21:11	anhören
0396 » REVIEW: The War of the Rohirrim » New Lord of the Rings Anime Film	16.12.2024 11:00	In The Tolkien Road Episode 396, we review The War of the Rohirrim, the newly released animated Middle-earth film from Executive Producer Peter Jackson!I have to be honest: the first 2 seasons of The Rings of Power were so painfully bad that I was not feeling enthusiastic about The War of the Rohirrim going into seeing it last night.The one spark of hope that I felt was the knowledge that it had Peter Jackson as an Executive Producer, and that it had nothing to do with Amazon Studios.We stayed away from the marketing and from others’ thoughts and opinions, hoping to go into it with as much fresh perspective as we could garner.So what did we think? Watch and find out!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- KG- Eärendil HopeWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter ...	53:10	anhören
REVISITED » Tolkien's Epic Christmas Poem, NOEL	04.12.2024 16:42	Hey there fellow travellers!This week we'll be revisiting episode 261, which focused on Tolkien's EPIC Christmas poem NOEL. Visit TolkienRoad.com/noel for plenty of resources related to it!Also, visit TrueMythsPress.com to for Tolkien Road gear like Two Trees coffee mugs, Tolkien Road t-shirts, and signed copies of my books (which are almost gone!).Use promo code NOEL20 to take 20% off your purchase until December 14th.Show Notes » LINK Christmas Gifts » LINK the video » LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	39:55	anhören
0395 » The Rings Of Power Season 2 Is A Crushing Disaster	25.11.2024 11:00	I'm done with Season 2 of Amazon's The Rings of Power, but I didn't watch all 8 episodes. I just can't watch anymore...EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- KG- Eärendil HopeWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- KG- SaberSystems- Jeremy D- Melkor27- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Richard K- Paul D- Julia- Werty- Chris B- Tuor91- Carolyn S- Emiel K- Brian O (the 2nd)- Jonathan R- Matthew W- Daniel D- Harrison C- Jason C- Seb M- Willbo Baggins- Ms. Anonymous- Andrew T- Redhawk- Shannon ...	14:44	anhören
0394 » Lord of the Rings » Foreword & Prologue » Mailbag » Allegory, Stoors / Harfoots / Fallohides, etc	14.10.2024 10:00	Welcome to The Tolkien Road Episode 394!In this bonus MAILBAG episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we’ll be considering your thoughts on the Foreword and Prologue to The Lord of the Rings!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- KG- Eärendil HopeWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK / LISTEN AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- KG- SaberSystems- Jeremy D- Melkor27- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Richard K- Paul D- Julia- Werty- Chris B- Tuor91- Carolyn S- Emiel K- Brian O (the 2nd)-...	22:24	anhören
0393 » Lord of the Rings » Foreword & Prologue » Mathoms » "Hobbit" origins, Shire background, and more	07.10.2024 10:00	Welcome to The Tolkien Road Episode 393!In this bonus MATHOMS episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we’ll take a look at some fascinating footnotes to the Foreword and Prologue of The Lord of Rings!TOPICS COVERED: - Lord of the Rings' attraction - The Silmarillion adapted - Negative reviews of Lord of the Rings - Tolkien vs allegory - Sarehole Mill as Hobbiton - The word "Hobbit" - "Dwarrow", Dwarfs, Dwarves - Tolkien's description of hobbits - The location of Middle-earth - Arnor / Gondor meanings - Marcho and Blanco found the Shire - Angmar meaning - The Shire is rural England - Origin of "Shirriff"EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- KG- Eärendil HopeWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK / LISTEN AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at ch...	44:44	anhören
REVISITED » The Fall of Eregion and Celebrimbor » Tolkien's Version	04.10.2024 12:30	Hey there, fellow travellers! Let's revisit our discussion of Sauron's sack of Eregion and defeat of Celebrimbor from 2023, as Tolkien told it!Episode notes: LINK LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	31:03	anhören
REVISITED » Sauron Seduces The Elves » Tolkien's Version	02.10.2024 12:30	Hey there, fellow travellers! Let's revisit our 2023 episode on Sauron's seduction of the Elves, which led to the creation of the Rings of Power!Episode notes: LINK LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	23:13	anhören
0392 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch02.Pt11 » The Shadow of the Past part 11 » Sam's Grand Entrance	30.09.2024 10:00	Welcome to Episode 22 of DO NOT BE HASTY - I'm calling this one "Sam's Grand Entrance". (This is episode 392 of The Tolkien Road podcast).‘Well, sir,’ said Sam dithering a little. ‘I heard a deal that I didn’t rightly understand, about an enemy, and rings, and Mr. Bilbo, sir, and dragons, and a fiery mountain, and – and Elves, sir. I listened because I couldn’t help myself, if you know what I mean. Lor bless me, sir, but I do love tales of that sort. And I believe them too, whatever Ted may say. Elves, sir! I would dearly love to see them. Couldn’t you take me to see Elves, sir, when you go?’In this episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we conclude our journey through The Shadow of the Past, as Frodo decides on his course of action, and finds himself with a surprise traveling companion.SECTION START: “There was a long silence.”SECTION END: the end of the chapterEXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- KG- Eärendil HopeWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK / LIS...	35:54	anhören
REVISITED » The Rings of Power - Tolkien's Version - Part 2	27.09.2024 11:30	Hey there, fellow travellers! In this REVISITED episode, we're looking at episode 315 from 2022, which was our latest discussion concerning Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age, Tolkien's history of the events from the beginning of the Second Age until the end of the Lord of the Rings. Enjoy!Video: LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:11:28	anhören
REVISITED » The Rings of Power - Tolkien's Version - Part 1	25.09.2024 11:00	Hey there, fellow travellers! Let's revisit our discussion of "Akallabêth" from 2022, so we can get some solid perspective on what Tolkien intended for the story of Númenor. Join us!LINK LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:13:30	anhören
0391 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch02.Pt10 » The Shadow of the Past part 10 » Frodo, the Chosen One	23.09.2024 10:00	Welcome to Episode 21 of DO NOT BE HASTY - I'm calling this one "Frodo, The Chosen One". (This is episode 391 of The Tolkien Road podcast).""It has been said that dragon-fire could melt and consume the Rings of Power, but there is not now any dragon left on earth in which the old fire is hot enough; nor was there ever any dragon, not even Ancalagon the Black, who could have harmed the One Ring, the Ruling Ring, for that was made by Sauron himself." - Gandalf, to FrodoIn this episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we continue through The Shadow of the Past, as Frodo wrestles with the inevitable mission for which he has been chosen.SECTION START: Frodo drew the Ring out of his pocket again and looked at it.SECTION END: “The Enemy is moving.”EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- KG- Eärendil HopeWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK / LISTEN AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRA...	33:04	anhören
REVISITED » In the House of Tom Bombadil with CR Wiley	20.09.2024 12:00	Who is Tom Bombadil? This is a topic we’ve covered several times on the Tolkien Road, but it’s an undying enigma for Lord of the Rings fans, and we’re always hungry for new insights into the mysterious nature of The Old Forest’s Master.With the inclusion of Tom Bombadil in Season 2 of The Rings of Power, we're in a Tommy kind of mood, and will be revisiting a few episodes we've done on the engimatic fellow over the next week or so.Today, it's an interview from back in 2022 with CR Wiley, author of the book In the House of Tom Bombadil.View the show notes and video here: LINK up a copy of the book here: LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:01:59	anhören
REVISITED » The Bombadil Engima with Keith Mathison	18.09.2024 12:30	Hey dol! merry dol! ring a dong dillo!With the inclusion of Tom Bombadil in Season 2 of The Rings of Power, we're in a Tommy kind of mood, and will be revisiting a few episodes we've done on the engimatic fellow over the next week or so.Today, it's an interview from back in 2020 with Keith Mathison on an article he wrote called The Bombadil Engima. Enjoy!You can find Ketih's original article here...LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:16:09	anhören
0390 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch02.Pt09 » The Shadow of the Past part 9 » The Power of Pity	16.09.2024 10:00	Welcome to Episode 20 of DO NOT BE HASTY - I'm calling this one "The Power of Pity". (This is episode 390 of The Tolkien Road podcast)."Many that live deserve death. And some that die deserve life. Can you give it to them? Then do not be too eager to deal out death in judgement. For even the very wise cannot see all ends." - Gandalf, concerning Gollum, to FrodoIn this episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we continue through The Shadow of the Past, as Gandalf explains how Bilbo’s pity for Gollum may in fact “Rule the fate of many.” SECTION START: A heavy silence fell in the room.SECTION END: ‘Try!’ said Gandalf. ‘Try now!’EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- KG- Eärendil HopeWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK / LISTEN AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK	33:37	anhören
REVISITED: The Rings of Power » Why The Details Of Middle-earth Matter	12.09.2024 12:00	Hey there, Fellowship!We interrupt your week to revisit this bonus episode from a few years back called "The Rings of Power » Why the Details of Middle-earth Matter". It came out a few months before The Rings of Power Season 1 debuted. In it, I offered my thoughts on the controversies surround the show, and, well, I think they probably still apply today, with the arrival of Season 2.So sit back and enjoy this episode of The Tolkien Road Revisited!Video and original notes can be found here: LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	10:47	anhören
0389 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch02.Pt08 » The Shadow of the Past part 8 » Gandalf's Worst Mistake	09.09.2024 10:00	Welcome to Episode 19 of DO NOT BE HASTY - I'm calling this one "Gandalf's Worst Mistake".'The murder of Déagol haunted Gollum, and he had made up a defence, repeating it to his “Precious” over and over again, as he gnawed bones in the dark, until he almost believed it.'In this episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we continue through The Shadow of the Past, as Gandalf explains how he began to track Gollum but made a critical mistake.SECTION START: “You have seen Gollum?” exclaimed Frodo in amazement.SECTION END: “...down at last to the land of Mordor.”EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- KG- Eärendil HopeWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TE...	34:40	anhören
0388 » Reaction: The Rings of Power Season 2	04.09.2024 10:00	The second season of The Rings of Power is upon us, and in the Tolkien Road Episode 388, Greta and I give you our reaction to the first three episodes!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- KG- Eärendil HopeWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK / LISTEN AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- KG- SaberSystems- Jeremy D- Melkor27- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Richard K- Paul D- Julia- Werty- Chris B- Tuor91- Carolyn S- Emiel K- Brian O (the 2nd)- Jonatha...	37:57	anhören
0387 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch02.Pt07 » The Shadow of the Past part 7 » The Sad Story of Gollum	26.08.2024 10:00	Welcome to Episode 18 of DO NOT BE HASTY - I'm calling this one "The Sad Story of Gollum"."'You ought to begin to understand, Frodo, after all you have heard," said Gandalf. 'He hated it and loved it, as he hated and loved himself. He could not get rid of it. He had no will left in the matter.'" In this episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we continue through The Shadow of the Past, as Gandalf explains to Frodo the sad story of Gollum: how the Ring used him and then threw him away.SECTION START: “Gollum!” cried Frodo. “Gollum? Do you mean that this is the very Gollum-creature that Bilbo met?”SECTION END: “...but I am not guessing now. I have seen him.”EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- KG- Eärendil HopeWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolk...	38:54	anhören
REVISITED: 0254 » The Purpose of Númenor	19.08.2024 10:00	Hey there, Fellowship! Greta and I plan to be back with more episodes in our epic DO NOT BE HASTY series soon.This week, with season 2 of The Rings of Power nearly upon us, I thought we'd revisit episode 254, which focused on The Purpose of Númenor, from back in 2021.By the way, this episode relates very closely to my next book project which I am currently writing. I am excited to share more about that with you all in the next few months, so stay tuned!Watch the original YouTube post here » LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	30:03	anhören
0386 » Lord of the Rings » Prologue part 3 » Of the Finding of the Ring and a Note on Shire Records (2024)	12.08.2024 10:00	Hey there, fellow travelers!Welcome to The Tolkien Road, episode 386!In this bonus episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we’ll conclude our jaunt through the Prologue to The Lord of the Rings by exploring the sections “Of the Finding of the Ring” and “Note on Shire Records”!The final two sections of the Lord of the Rings’ Prologue essentially serve to connect the story’s beginning with the events of The Hobbit, or There and Back Again, as it’s known “in-universe”.In so doing, we’re given a glimpse into the tricksy details and false accounts that yield a deeper insight into the operation of the One Ring.Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- KG- SaberSystems- Jeremy D- Eärendil HopeWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at T...	21:48	anhören
0385 » Lord of the Rings » Prologue part 2 » Concerning Pipe-weed and The Ordering of the Shire (2024)	05.08.2024 10:00	Hey there, fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, episode 385!In this bonus episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we’ll continue through the Prologue to The Lord of the Rings by exploring the sections “Concerning Pipe-weed” and “Of the Ordering of the Shire”!As we discovered in the last episode, the Prologue to The Lord of the Rings contains matters which don’t, at first, seem to matter much to the overall narrative arc of the story itself.However, for Tolkien, the background and details matter immensely. It’s why we wound up, for example, with a large volume of Tolkien’s notes concerning things like the aging process of Elves as well as the flora and fauna of Númenor.For Tolkien, Middle-earth became an increasingly REAL place. Not that he was crazy - instead, I’d say his creative process was informed by a strong mystical streak.While the titles of these sections may seem very dry, there are details herein which will serve to deepen our appreciation of the intricate na...	24:32	anhören
0384 » Lord of the Rings » Prologue part 1 » Concerning Hobbits (2024)	29.07.2024 10:00	Hey there, fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, episode 384!In this bonus episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we’ll be talking about HOBBITS, and specifically, the history and culture of hobbits.We’ll do so by exploring the first part of the Prologue to The Lord of the Rings, “Concerning Hobbits!”Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KG- SaberSystems- Jeremy DWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOW...	36:00	anhören
0383 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch02.Pt06 » The Shadow of the Past part 6 » Sméagol and Déagol	22.07.2024 10:00	Welcome to Episode 17 of DO NOT BE HASTY - I'm calling this one "Sméagol and Déagol"."The Ring went into the shadows with [Gollum], and even [Sauron], when his power had begun to grow again, could learn nothing of it."In this episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we continue through The Fellowship of the Ring's chapter The Shadow of the Past, as Gandalf recounts the tragic story of Sméagol and Déagol, and the role it played in bringing the Ring to Frodo.SECTION START: "Long after, but still very long ago, there lived by the banks of the Great River…"SECTION END: “...could learn nothing of it.”EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KG- SaberSystems- Jeremy DWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » https...	41:37	anhören
0382 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch02.Pt05 » The Shadow of the Past part 5 » The Powers of the Ring	15.07.2024 10:00	Welcome to Episode 16 of DO NOT BE HASTY - I'm calling this one "The Powers of the Ring".In this episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we continue through The Shadow of the Past, as Gandalf leads us on a deep dive into the history and lore of the Rings of Power!SECTION START: “Ah!” said Gandalf. “That is a very long story.”SECTION END: “But at last I can carry on the story, I think.”EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KG- SaberSystems- Jeremy DWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK ...	37:13	anhören
0381 » Lord of the Rings » Tolkien's Foreword(s) » What LOTR Is About, According To Tolkien	08.07.2024 10:00	Hey there, fellow travelers!Welcome to The Tolkien Road, episode 381!In this bonus episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we’ll be considering this highly important and controversial question: WHAT DID TOLKIEN SAY LORD OF THE RINGS WAS ABOUT?We’ll do so by exploring Tolkien’s Foreword to the Lord of the Rings.Or should I say…Fore-WORDS!Indeed, the first and second editions contain entirely different Forewords by Tolkien, and each has its own peculiarities that will be of interest to all of us Tolkien deep-divers!Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KG- SaberSystems- Jeremy DLISTEN AD FREE » LINK ON YOUTUBE (WITH ADS) » LINK AD FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (en...	33:56	anhören
0380 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch02.Pt04 » The Shadow of the Past part 4 » The Fiery Letters	01.07.2024 10:00	Welcome to Episode 15 of DO NOT BE HASTY - I'm calling this one "The Fiery Letters".'Hold it up!' said Gandalf. 'And look closely!' As Frodo did so, he now saw fine lines, finer than the finest pen-strokes, running along the ring, outside and inside: lines of fire that seemed to form the letters of a flowing script. They shone piercingly bright, and yet remote, as if out of a great depth.In this episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we continue through The Shadow of the Past, as the true nature of Frodo’s Ring is definitively revealed by Gandalf!SECTION START: Frodo took it from his breeches pocket…SECTION END: “How, how on earth did it come to me?EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KG- SaberSystems- Jeremy DWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS...	36:19	anhören
0379 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch02.Pt03 » The Shadow of the Past part 3 » About That Ring, Frodo...	24.06.2024 10:00	Welcome to Episode 14 of DO NOT BE HASTY - I'm calling this one "About That Ring, Frodo...""'It would be a grievous blow to the world, if the Dark Power overcame the Shire; if all your kind, jolly, stupid Bolgers, Hornblowers, Boffins, Bracegirdles, and the rest, not to mention the ridiculous Bagginses, became enslaved.'" In this episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we continue through The Shadow of the Past, as Gandalf reveals to Frodo all that he has learned of his Ring in the past 17 years.SECTION START: Next morning after a late breakfast...SECTION END: “Give me the ring for a moment.” Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KG- SaberSystems- Jeremy DWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien...	43:38	anhören
0378 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch02.Pt02 » The Shadow of the Past part 2 » Sam At The Green Dragon	17.06.2024 10:00	Welcome to Episode 13 of DO NOT BE HASTY - I'm calling this one "Sam at the Green Dragon"!"And I've heard tell that Elves are moving west. They do say they are going to the harbours, out away beyond the White Towers.'Sam waved his arm vaguely; neither he nor any of them knew how far it was to the Sea, past the old towers beyond the western borders of the Shire. But it was an old tradition that away over there stood the Grey Havens, from which at times elven-ships set sail, never to return."In this episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we continue through The Shadow of the Past, as we listen in on Sam’s speculations at the Green Dragon concerning Elves and Tree-men!This section begins with the words: “Little of all this, of course, reached the ears of ordinary hobbits.”And ends with: “...and they stayed up far into the night.”Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KG- SaberSystems- Jeremy DWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » https...	29:29	anhören
0377 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch02.Pt01 » The Shadow of the Past part 1 » 17 Years Later » Bilbo's Fate, Fredegar Bolger, Folco Boffin, more	10.06.2024 10:00	In this episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we’ll begin exploring The Shadow of the Past (Book 2, Chapter 2 of Lord of the Rings), by finding out what Frodo is up to as the lone master of Bag-End, and what is going on in the wider world beyond the borders of the Shire!This section begins with the words: “The talk did not die down in nine or even ninety-nine days…” And ends with…“but they had no name.”Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KG- SaberSystems- Jeremy DWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » ...	32:14	anhören
0376 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch01.Pt11 » Mailbag » Proudfoots, Eleventy, Michel Delving, Winyard, and more!	03.06.2024 10:00	In this episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we hit the mailbag for your thoughts on The Lord of the Rings Book 1, Chapter 1, A Long Expected Party.And by the way, you guys delivered BIG TIME! While we won’t be able to get to nearly everything you wrote in the YouTube comments, on our Patreon page, and elsewhere, we’re going to hit some great stuff from a lot of different folks so buckle up for a fun ride!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KG- SaberSystems- Jeremy DWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK	1:27:52	anhören
0375 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch01.Pt10 » Mathoms » Return of the Shadow, Bilbo's Wife, Bingo vs Frodo, etc	28.05.2024 10:00	"My father bestowed immense pains on the creation of The Lord of the Rings, and my intention has been that this record his first three years of work on it should reflect those pains." - Christopher Tolkien, Return of the Shadow, ForewordIn this episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, we undertake our inaugural MATHOMS episode as we explore heretofore neglected matters great and small from The Lord of the Rings Book 1, Chapter 1, A Long Expected Party.Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KG- SaberSystems- Jeremy DWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » ...	49:25	anhören
Ainulindalë, Tom Bombadil, and the Music of Middle-earth	15.05.2024 23:59	Hey there, fellow travellers!Having just completed our 9 episode leg through Chapter 1 of Lord of the Rings, Greta and I are taking this week and next week off as we prepare for our Mailbag and Mathoms episodes and the beginning of our dive into Chapter 2, The Shadow of the Past!I just want to say - I hope you all are enjoying this journey as much as I am! There's just something about a REALLY SLOW read that seems utterly true to the nature of Tolkien and Middle-earth, and I'm excited to continue our epic DO NOT BE HASTY quest soon!In the meantime, I want to share with you some selections from Tolkien's Overture, my book concerning the Middle-earth creation story, Ainulindalë, and the role of music in Middle-earth. The first selection is the book's first chapter, a close reading of the very first pages of The Silmarillion. The second selection is the book's sixth chapter, an extended exegesis of the role of Tom Bombadil and the source of his power.I hope you enjoy it!Head on over to.....	42:05	anhören
0374 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch01.Pt09 » Goodbye, Gandalf! » A Long Expected Party Pt 9	06.05.2024 10:00	"Good-bye now! Take care of yourself! Look out for me, especially at unlikely times! Good-bye!" - GANDALF In this episode of Do Not Be Hasty, we complete our journey through Lord of the Rings Book 1, Chapter 1, A Long Expected Party!After the commotion of the “day after” at Bag-End, Frodo is able to finally enjoy some peace and quiet - until Gandalf comes knocking…Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KG- SaberSystemsWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » ...	26:19	anhören
0373 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch01.Pt08 » Master Frodo » A Long Expected Party Pt 8	29.04.2024 10:00	"You'll live to regret it, young fellow! Why didn't you go too? You don't belong here; you're no Baggins - you - you're a Brandybuck!"In this episode of Do Not Be Hasty, we continue through Lord of the Rings Book 1, Chapter 1, A Long Expected Party! With Bilbo having hit the Road, Frodo is left to clean up the mess. He’ll discover that sometimes being the Master means working like the Servant! Also: we’ll see that many hobbits have a knack for the art of insult comedy! Finally: the Sackville-Bagginses STRIKE AGAIN! Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KG- SaberSystemsWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- ...	42:54	anhören
0372 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch01.Pt07 » Keep It Secret, Keep It Safe » A Long Expected Party Pt 7	22.04.2024 10:20	Gandalf: "Go away and leave it behind. Stop possessing it. Give it to Frodo, and I will look after him."In this episode of Do Not Be Hasty, we continue through Lord of the Rings Book 1, Chapter 1, A Long Expected Party!Herein, Bilbo finally hits the road, and Frodo finds Gandalf waiting for him at Bag-End with an important assignment.Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS T...	50:54	anhören
0371 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch01.Pt06 » Bilbo Goes Gollum » A Long Expected Party Pt 6	15.04.2024 10:00	In this episode of Do Not Be Hasty, we continue through Lord of the Rings Book 1, Chapter 1, A Long Expected Party!As Bilbo sneaks back to Bag-End and prepares to leave the Shire once and for all, Gandalf confronts him about the Ring, and an ugly argument ensues.Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Melkor27- ...	55:26	anhören
0370 » LOTR 1.01.05 » A Long Expected Party Pt 05 » Bilbo's Speech / Hobbit Math	08.04.2024 10:00	In this episode of Do Not Be Hasty, Bilbo delivers his unforgettable birthday speech and shocking surprise, as we continue through Lord of the Rings Book 1, Chapter 1, A Long Expected Party!We’ll take time to consider every detail of his speech, and do the math on the most memorable line of them all:"I don't know half of you as half as well as I should like; and I like less than half of you half as well as you deserve."Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK	40:15	anhören
0369 » LOTR 1.01.04 » A Long Expected Party Pt 04 » Bilbo's Birthday Banquet	01.04.2024 10:00	In this episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, Bilbo’s birthday festivities begin, as we continue through LORD OF THE RINGS Book 1, Chapter 1, A LONG EXPECTED PARTY!We’ll take time to envision the layout of the party field, and consider the variety of entertainments and meals that made it one of the greatest birthday celebrations of all time!This section begins with the words “Before long the invitations began pouring out…” and ends with the words “...and to cheer at every full stop.”Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK	39:34	anhören
0368 » Tolkien Reading Day 2024: Tolkien, Tarantino, and The Great Escape	25.03.2024 13:52	Tolkien Reading Day 2024 is upon us, and boy do we have a curve ball for you!What do Tolkien and Quentin Tarantino have in common? Apparently more than you'd think!Greta and I watched Tarantino's 2019 film "Once Upon A Time In Hollywood" twice this week, and found some fascinating synchronicities with Tolkien's own vision of fairy tales from "On Fairy-stories", including one that has me convinced that Tarantino MUST HAVE read Tolkien when creating the film.We had a blast discussing Tolkien and Once Upon A Time In Hollywood, and you will too, so do yourself a favor and join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » https:...	30:15	anhören
0367 » LOTR 1.01.03 » A Long Expected Party Pt 03 » Gandalf, Keeper of the Secret Fire(works)	18.03.2024 10:00	Welcome to Episode 367 of The Tolkien Road, or Episode 3 in the Do Not Be Hasty - reckoning!In this episode, we'll explore Gandalf's arrival at Bag End with fireworks in tow, and his subsequent discussion with Bilbo about his party, plans, and upcoming joke.Perhaps most importantly, we'll answer that important question: just HOW BIG were Gandalf's eyebrows???Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » htt...	45:07	anhören
0366 » LOTR 1.01.02 » A Long Expected Party Pt 02 » Hamfast "The Gaffer" Gamgee	11.03.2024 10:00	In this episode, we grab a pint with Sam's dad at the Ivy Bush as we resume our exploration of Lord of the Rings Book 1 Chapter 1 A Long Expected Party by considering the section from “Twelve more years passed…” to “...this very month as-is.”The bulk of this section concerns Hamfast Gamgee, aka The Gaffer, and his conversation with other Shire-folk including Daddy Twofoot, Sandyman the Miller, and Old Noakes.Through their humorous back and forth, we’ll come to understand how Bilbo and Frodo are generally viewed around the Shire, and discover something of where the Gaffer’s son, Samwise, gets his personality.Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Pres...	43:08	anhören
0365 » LOTR 1.01.01 » A Long Expected Party Pt 01 » Bilbo Goes To Eleventy	04.03.2024 11:00	With this episode, we begin a new journey, as we return to The Lord of the Rings for something epic (in scope) and Entish (in pace). Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Melkor27- KG- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Richard K- Paul D- Julia- Werty- Chris B- Tuor91- Carolyn S- Emiel K- Brian O (the 2nd)- ...	45:35	anhören
0364 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 38 » The Third Age (A Brief Chronicle)	19.02.2024 11:00	With Sauron having been defeated and disembodied at the end of the Second Age, and a time of peace settling in upon the free lands of Middle-earth, how do we arrive at the events of The Lord of the Rings, some 3,000 years later?The account we’ll be looking at in this episode is taken entirely from Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age, and describes the major events that lead up to A Long-Expected Party, and the forming of the Fellowship of the Ring.EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK b...	20:41	anhören
0363 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 37 » SA3329-3341 » The Last Alliance of Men and Elves	12.02.2024 11:00	With Elendil and his sons having founded Arnor and Gondor after the downfall of Númenor, Sauron wastes little time in launching an assault upon them, his aim to conquer the free lands of Middle-earth once and for all!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KG- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Ri...	32:33	anhören
0362 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 36 » Founding of Arnor & Gondor » SA3320	05.02.2024 11:00	In this episode, we’re approaching the END of our journey through the Fall of Númenor as we explore the founding of Arnor and Gondor after the downfall of Númenor. Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KG- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Richard K- Rob...	40:07	anhören
0361 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 35 » The Downfall » SA3310-3319	29.01.2024 11:00	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through the Fall of Númenor by exploring Ar-Pharazôn’s assault on the Blessed Realm and the great cataclysm that brings Númenor to it’s tragic end. Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK LISTEN AD-FREE »LINK FOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KG- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Richard K- Rober...	35:20	anhören
0360 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 34 » Sauron In Númenor » SA3262	22.01.2024 11:00	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through the Fall of Númenor by exploring Sauron’s tenure there, his devious and depraved works, and Isildur’s heroic moment.EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KG- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Richard K- Robe...	26:05	anhören
0359 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 33 » SA3255 » Ar-Pharazôn vs Sauron	26.12.2023 11:00	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through the Fall of Númenor by exploring the rise of Ar-Pharazôn, Númenor’s last King, AND his attack upon Sauron. Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KG- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Richard K- Rober...	25:52	anhören
0358 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 32 » SA3175 » Tar-Palantir	11.12.2023 11:00	In this episode, we learn of the reign of Tar-Palantir, the penultimate King of Númenor, who sought to return the land of Gift to its ancient ways. We’ll also learn of the rise of his nephew Pharazôn and the beginning of the abominable reign that ultimately leads to the downfall of the Land of Gift.Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK	25:07	anhören
0357 » Tolkien's Lost Letters » Our Lady of Lourdes (St. Bernadette), Socialism, Fatherhood, and more!	27.11.2023 11:00	In this episode, we’re taking a quick break from The Fall of Númenor to review the new edition of The Letters of JRR Tolkien, released just last week!Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KG- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Richard K- Robert H- Paul D- Julia- Werty- J...	30:21	anhören
Exploring Tolkien » Peter Jackson vs. Lord of the Rings (Tolkien's Version)	22.11.2023 11:00	Hey there, fellow travelers!I was recently a guest on the Exploring Tolkien podcast from TheOneRing.com. We had a great discussion looking at some of the changes in Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings films and asking the question: Are we OK with these changes?Some of the issues we discussed include:Do Men Want Power MORE THAN Immortality?Did Jackson SCREW UP The Last Alliance of Men and Elves?Does The One Ring REALLY Have A Mind Of Its Own?To listen to the whole thing, subscribe to the Exploring Tolkien podcast by heading over to TheOneRing.com. LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	12:43	anhören
0356 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 31 » SA2899 » Ar-Adûnakhôr and Ar-Gimilzôr	20.11.2023 11:00	In the last episode, we considered the decreasing reign and lifespans of the rulers of Númenor in the late third millennium of the Second Age, and the root causes of their decline.In this episode, we pick up where we left off, with the death of Tar-Ardamin, the first N ruler to live less than 300 years, and the taking of the sceptre by his son, Ar-Adûnakhôr, and Númenor’s increasing enmity toward the Elves and the Valar.Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KGWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolk...	31:16	anhören
0355 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 30 » Tolkien Road Episode 355 » SA2280 » Umbar, Pelargir, and the Decline of Númenor	17.11.2023 11:00	In this episode, we’ll explore key events during the reign of Tar-Ancalimon, as well as briefly review the reigns of several Númenorean rulers that followed.We’ll learn of Númenor’s increasing spiritual and moral decay and the increasingly contentious power situation in the once peaceful island kingdom.Join us!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK	26:51	anhören
0354 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 29 » Tolkien Road Episode 354 » SA2251 » Rise of the Ring-Wraiths	15.11.2023 11:00	In this episode, we’ll explore the events attributed to the year 2251 of the Second Age.Those events are: Death of Tar-Atanamir; Tar-Ancalimon Takes The Sceptre; Rebellion and Division of the Númenóreans begins; About this time the Nazgûl or Ringwraiths, Slaves of the Nine Rings, First Appear.We’ll see how the increasing Númenorean anxiety towards death served to create a spiritual environment that led to the seduction and “creation” of the Nazgûl.Join us!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » ...	22:42	anhören
0353 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 28 » Tar-Atanamir » Envying the Valar	13.11.2023 11:00	In this episode, we consider the reign of Tar-Atanamir, the 13th ruler of Númenor.We learn here that Atanamir was given the epithet “The Great”. Yet we also learn that he was given another - “The Unwilling”.I have to admit, it’s not entirely clear to me why Tar-Atanamir deserved to be called “The Great”, though I will explore that issue in this episode.And we will certainly discuss why he was called “The Unwilling.”At the end of the day, one thing is for certain: Atanamir’s reign was of major consequence for the people of Númenor, as his long for immortality began to sow the seeds of discontent, restlessness, and malice toward the Eldar, the Valar, and ultimately Ilúvatar Himself.Join us!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- SaberSystems- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKI...	31:16	anhören
0352 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 27 » The Númenorean Empire » Tar-Ciryatan	29.10.2023 10:00	The War of the Three Rings is over!With Sauron’s armies destroyed, Middle-earth is at peace.However, Middle-earth’s peace brings with it a new threat - Númenorean Empire!In this episode, we’ll consider the events spanning the years of SA1731 thru SA2029, as Númenor spreads its influence over Middle-earth - and the Shadow spreads its influence over Númenor.Join us!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK	30:28	anhören
0351 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 26 » SA1701 » Sauron Routed and The First White Council	23.10.2023 10:00	With Sauron’s invading armies having been pushed back from the Grey Havens and subsequently routed at the Battle of Tharbad, the Dark Lord is on the run!In this episode, we’re looking at the next series events, those of the year SA1701.Join us!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien-...	34:11	anhören
0350 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 25 » SA1699-1700 » The Battle of the Grey Havens	16.10.2023 10:00	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through the Fall of Númenor by exploring Sauron’s full scale invasion of Eriador and the subsequent counterattack of the Númenoreans.When we left off, things were looking pretty dire for the Elves of Eriador against the army of Sauron. In this chapter, we’ll continue our exploration of Sauron’s War Against The Elves, or The War of the Three Rings, as I also refer to it.The chapters we’ll be looking at are:- 1699 Sauron overruns Eriador - 1700 Tar-Minastir sends a great navy from Númenor to Lindon. Sauron Is Defeated. Join us!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK AD-FREE » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myt...	27:08	anhören
0349 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 24 » SA1693-1697 » The War of the Three Rings	09.10.2023 10:00	With this episode, the War of Sauron Upon The Elves (what we might also call the War of the Three Rings) begins. And given the relative length of the next 3 chapters, as well as their unified theme, I decided to combine them into this one episode.The chapters we’ll be looking at are:- 1693 - War of the Elves and Sauron Begins. The Three Rings Are Hidden. - 1695 - Sauron’s forces invade Eriador. Gil-galad sends Elrond to Eregion.- 1697 - Eregion Laid Waste. Death of Celebrimbor. The Gates Of Moria Are Shut. Elrond Retreats with Remnant of the Noldor and Founds the Refuge of Imladris. Join us!Join us!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK	31:03	anhören
0348 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 23 » SA1600 » Sauron Forges The One Ring	02.10.2023 10:00	In this episode, we're continuing our journey through The Fall of Númenor with "c1600 - Sauron Forges The One Ring In Orodruin. The Completes The Barad-dûr. Celebrimbor Perceives The Designs Of Sauron." Join us!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KG- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Robert H- Paul D- Julia- Wer...	31:03	anhören
0347 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 22 » SA1590 - The Forging of the Three Rings	25.09.2023 10:00	In this episode, we're continuing our journey through The Fall of Númenor with "c1590 - The Three Rings Are Completed In Eregion"!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KG- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Robert H- Paul D- Julia- Werty- JoeBagelMan- Richard K- Matt R- Matthew W- John W- Eugene D- Chris B- Daniel ...	28:47	anhören
0346 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 21 » SA1500 » Sauron The Generous Demon	28.08.2023 10:00	The full title of this chapters is "c1500 - The Elven Smiths Instructed By Sauron Reach The Height Of Their Skill. They Begin The Forging of the Rings of Power."In this episode, we discuss the nature of Sauron's "gifts" to the Noldor, and how their nature and past makes them particularly prone to Sauron's malevolent plot.Join us as we discuss!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING ...	30:39	anhören
0345 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 20 » SA1200 » Sauron Seduces The Eldar (But Not Gil-galad Or Elrond)	21.08.2023 10:00	In this chapter, we find rumors of Sauron beginning to unveil his plot. In fact, it’s even debatable what Sauron’s “plot” was from the beginning!Even so, Gil-galad and Elrond refuse to treat with him, though the Elven-smiths of Eregion are won over. All the while, the Númenoreans begin to make permanent havens in Middle-earth (and that's a bad thing).Join us as we discuss!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK	23:13	anhören
0344 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 19 » SA1075 » The Reign of Tar-Ancalimë	14.08.2023 10:00	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through the Fall of Númenor by exploring the chapter 1075 - TAR-ANCALIMË BECOMES THE FIRST RULING QUEEN OF NÚMENOR. Having covered the life and significance of one of Númenor’s most important rulers, Tar-Aldarion, we now turn to a rather brief description of the reign of his daughter: Tar-Ancalimë, the first Ruling Queen of Númenor.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK AD-FREE » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK	15:26	anhören
0343 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 18 » SA1000 » Sauron Founds Mordor	03.08.2023 10:00	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through the Fall of Númenor by exploring the chapter c1000 SAURON CHOOSES MORDER. After our deep dive in to the story of Númenor’s pivotal 6th king, Tar-Aldarion, we return now to Sauron, and take a look at the founding of Mordor and the building of Barad-dûr.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KG- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Rob...	15:37	anhören
0342 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 17 » SA883 » The Accession of Tar-Aldarion	24.07.2023 10:00	This chapter concludes the era of Aldarion, one of the most important kings in the history of Númenor. As we learned in the last episode, his father, Tar-Meneldur, chose to turn the rule of Númenor over to Aldarion earlier than was normal, due to a letter from the Elven High-King Gil-galad. asking for Númenor’s aid amidst the increasingly dire situation in Middle-earth. In this chapter, we’ll explore Aldarion’s reign, as well as what becomes of his wife Erendis and daughter Ancalimë.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGDISCUSSION EPISODES ON THE MARINER'S WIFE / ALDARION & ERENDIS: - EP183: LINK - EP185: LINK - EP186: LINK - EP187: LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » http...	25:19	anhören
0341 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 16 » SA870: The Wedding of Aldarion & Erendis » Gil-galad, Tar-Meneldur	17.07.2023 10:00	This chapter continues the story of Aldarion, destined to be Númenor’s 6th King. While it begins with the wedding, long-expected, of Aldarion and Erendis, it concludes with many events unexpected, including word from Gil-galad to the King of Númenor regarding “ a new shadow arising in the East”. This is a long chapter dense with nuance and character development, perhaps the richest glimpse we get into the various psyches of Númenoreans as individuals, and while I’d love to give it a much more in depth reading, I’m only going to hit the high points as regards this history of Númenor. However, if you’d like a more in-depth discussion of this story between me and Greta, please check out the notes, or just go back and find episodes 183, 185, 186, and 187.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- ...	28:43	anhören
0340 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 15 » SA800 » Aldarion & Erendis » Uinen, Ossë, Tar-Meneldur	10.07.2023 10:00	Over the next 3 episodes in our Fall of Númenor series, we’ll return to the story of Aldarion, whom we met 2 episodes ago. Aldarion is the son of Tar-Meneldur and the expectant heir to Númenor's throne. But as we will learn, he is a man torn between a deep longing for the sea and his destiny as Númenor’s king. We have in fact covered this story before, in great detail, in episodes 183, 185, 186, and 187. For a more detailed discussion of the story itself, I’ll refer you to to those episodes. Check the show notes for more info. However, in this episode, I’d like to touch on some of the prevailing themes in this story that relate to the larger story of Númenor, and unpack some key passages from this chapter.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths ...	21:01	anhören
0339 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 14 » Eregion Founded By The Noldor	19.06.2023 10:00	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through The Fall of Númenor by exploring the year SA750, when Eregion was founded by the Noldor.750 years into the Second Age, things are relatively peaceful. Númenor’s benevolent influence is extending into the lands once ruled by Morgoth’s minions, and there is little news of war or misery. However, with the shadow of Morgoth now a fading memory, a new power begins to stir, and Elvish craftsmen dream anew of beauty that will influence the fate of Middle-earth.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK	17:42	anhören
0338 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 13 » The Voyages of Aldarion • Tar-Meneldur	06.06.2023 10:00	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through The Fall of Númenor by exploring The Voyages of Aldarion, the grandson of Vëantur, and future King of Númenor. While we don’t have any narratives from the Second Age on the scale of Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, or even some of the greater legends of The Silmarillion, we do have the better part of one story concerning the people of Númenor: the tale of Aldarion and Erendis, aka The Mariner’s Wife. In this chapter, we’re introduced to the figure of Aldarion and his great longing for the sea, and the tensions this longing will introduce into the history of Númenor.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen ...	34:10	anhören
0337 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 12 » SA600 The First Ships Of The Númenoreans Appear Off The Coast Of Middle-earth	30.05.2023 10:00	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through The Fall of Númenor by examining Númenor’s return to Middle-earth in the year 600 of the Second Age. Join us!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KG- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Mike M- Robert H- Paul D- Julia- Werty- JoeBagelMan- Richard K- Matt R- Matthew W- Garret P- Chris K- John W- Eugene D- Chris B- Daniel S- Seb M- S...	32:11	anhören
0336 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 11 » Silmariën, Elendil, & The Lords of Andunië	22.05.2023 10:00	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through The Fall of Númenor by considering the curious case of Silmariën, the daughter of Elendil (but not the sister of Isildur). Join us!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KG- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Mike M- Robert H- Paul D- Julia- Werty- JoeBagelMan- Richard K- Matt R- Matthew W- Garret P- Chris K- John W- Eugene D- Chris...	16:20	anhören
0335 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 10 » Sauron Stirs In Middle-earth	18.05.2023 10:00	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through The Fall of Númenor by examining the return of Sauron around the year 500 of the Second Age. Join us!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KG- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Mike M- Robert H- Paul D- Julia- Werty- JoeBagelMan- Richard K- Matt R- Matthew W- Garret P- Chris K- John W- Eugene D- Chris B- Daniel S- Seb M- Shana Sup...	37:56	anhören
0334 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 9 » Dwarves, Moria, and the Death of Elros	08.05.2023 10:00	In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through The Fall of Númenor by considering the state of Dwarf-dom at the beginning of the Second Age, the founding of Moria / Khazad-dûm, and well as the death of Númenor’s first king. Join us!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KGFOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK - buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Melkor27- KG- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Mike M- Robert H- Paul D- Julia- Werty- JoeBagelMan- Richard K- Matt R-...	31:07	anhören
0333 » Lord of the Rings & Easter Joy » Everything Sad Will Come Untrue » Samwise and The Field of Cormallen	15.04.2023 19:28	Happy Easter everyone! (we're Catholic, and so was Tolkien, so it's still Easter...) In this episode, we read Samwise's astonished awakening in The Field of Cormallen after the destruction of the One Ring, and discuss how it relates to the overwhelming joy of Easter. “The Resurrection was the greatest ‘eucatastrophe’ possible in the greatest Fairy Story – and produces that essential emotion: Christian joy which produces tears because it is qualitatively so like sorrow, because it comes from those places where Joy and Sorrow are at one, reconciled, as selfishness and altruism are lost in Love.” ~ J.R.R. Tolkien, Letter 89WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Eru27FOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to ...	33:33	anhören
0332 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 8 » The Life of the Númenoreans	03.04.2023 10:00	What was it like to be an every day Númenorean? How did it feel to be one of that blessed number who were able to enjoy a much longer lifespan in an island paradise? While these details may not seem of particular importance in advancing the story of Númenor’s downfall, they do help us to better grasp the significance of being Númenorean, and to juxtapose life in Land of Gift with our everyday lives. Perhaps, through these details, we can arrive at a better characterization of Númenorean culture, so that we can more deeply understand the root causes of her Downfall.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Eru27FOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)- listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK	40:47	anhören
0331 » "The Natural Life of Númenor" » The Fall of Númenor » Pt 7	20.03.2023 10:00	In this episode, we’ll be continuing our journey through The Fall of Númenor as we explore the section title “The Natural Life of Númenor.” In this section, we’ll learn about the beasts, birds, plants, and other natural phenomena of Númenor, according to Tolkien!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Eru27FOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK Tolkien's Requiem » LINK buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Eru27- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Mike M- Robert H- Paul D- Julia- Werty- JoeBagelMan- Jacob S- Richard...	39:40	anhören
Window On The West » What Makes Tolkien So Great?	15.03.2023 22:51	Hey there, fellow travelers! I recently joined the Tolkien podcast Window On The West, from the guys at TheOneRing.com, for a discussion of what makes Tolkien so great and the future of Middle-earth on screen! This was a fun conversation, and I'm providing a sample for you here, but you should really head on over to TheOneRing.com to listen to the whole thing, and subscribe to their podcast! To make it easy, just head on over to TolkienRoad.com/window and that will get you where you need to be. And now, enjoy this sample of my recent appearance on the Window On The West podcast!LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	15:14	anhören
0330 » "The Geography of Númenor" » The Fall of Númenor » Pt 6	13.03.2023 10:00	How big was Númenor? What was it like? Did it have any cities? In the latest episode, we're discussing the geography of Númenor. Join us!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Eru27FOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK Tolkien's Requiem » LINK buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Eru27- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Mike M- Robert H- Paul D- Julia- Werty- JoeBagelMan- Jacob S- Richard K- Matt R- Matthew W- Garret P- Chris K- John W- Eugene D- Chris B- Daniel S- Seb M- Shana Supreme- Ms. Anonymous- Andrew T-...	28:55	anhören
Mythic Mind » On Fairy-stories	09.03.2023 11:00	Hey there fellow travellers!I recently joined fellow Tolkien enthusiast Andrew Snyder on his Mythic Mind podcast for a discussion of On Fairy-stories and All Things Tolkien.For those of you who don't know, Andrew is doing great work on the Mythic Mind and is currently spending some time with The Tales from the Perilous Realm. I highly recommend you check it out.Here's a sample of our conversation. In order to hear the whole thing, head on over to Mythic Mind and subscribe! To make it easy, I've set up a convenient URL via TolkienRoad.com/MythicMind.And now, enjoy this sample of my recent interview on The Mythic Mind!TolkienRoad.com/MythicMindBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	11:33	anhören
0329 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 5 » SA32 » The Edain Reach Númenor » Elros Tar-Minyatur	06.03.2023 11:00	Númenor becomes a reality in year 32 of the Second Age. In this section, we’ll learn about the people who became Númenoreans, the various figures that aided them in establishing Númenor, and how they came to Númenor in the first place. Join us!WATCH » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Eru27FOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK Tolkien's Requiem » LINK buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Eru27- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Mike M- Robert H- Paul D- Julia- Werty- JoeBagelMan- Jacob S- Richard K- Matt R- Matthew W- Garret...	33:30	anhören
0328 » The Fall of Númenor » Pt 4 » SA1 » "The Foundation of the Grey Havens and Lindon"	27.02.2023 11:00	In this episode, we’ll be exploring the “Foundation of the Grey Havens and of Lindon” in Year 1 of the Second Age. Topics include the overthrow of Morgoth, Thranduil (father of Legolas), Gil-galad, Galadriel, Celeborn, Elrond, and Elros. Join us!WATCH » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Eru27FOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK Tolkien's Requiem » LINK buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Eru27- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Mike M- Robert H- Paul D- Julia- Werty- JoeBagelMan- Jacob S- Richard K- Matt R- Matthew W- Garr...	25:46	anhören
REACTION: New MIDDLE-EARTH Films On The Way! » Good News, Bad News...???	24.02.2023 19:34	New Line / Warner Brothers have announced that they are forging ahead with plans to create new films based on Lord of the Rings and the Middle-earth legendarium! What does this all mean? Let's talk about it!LINK » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Eru27FOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK Tolkien's Requiem » LINK buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Eru27- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Mike M- Robert H- Paul D- Julia- Werty...	11:44	anhören
0327 » The Fall of Númenor » Pt 3 » "Before the Second Age"	20.02.2023 11:00	This is the third episode in my series exploring The Fall of Númenor, the recently published collection of Second Age writings, edited by Brian Sibley.“Before The Second Age” is, in a way, the book’s second introduction. Here, Sibley goes into the Middle-earth legendarium’s internal history, putting to heavy use what is probably Tolkien’s most famous letter, The Waldman Letter, in which Tolkien gave a thorough account of Middle-earth’s entire timeline to a prospective publisher.WATCH » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Eru27FOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK Tolkien's Requiem » LINK buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK	27:02	anhören
0326 » Leaf By Niggle 2023 » Featuring Dr. Chris Hackett » Tolkien's Purgatorial Myth	13.02.2023 11:00	Leaf By Niggle, 2023! Dr. Chris Hackett (LINK joins us for what has become an annual tradition on The Tolkien Road. While we’ve covered Leaf By Niggle several times in the past, and frequently refer to it, it’s an incredible gem, hidden behind the mountainous wonder that is the Middle-earth legendarium. For me, it’s a story that never ceases to fill me with wonder and joy, and if I’m being honest, it always manages to get me a little choked up. I suppose this effect has something to do with what Tolkien called “Christian joy”, that “which produces tears because it is qualitatively so like sorrow, because it comes from those places where Joy and Sorrow are at one, reconciled, as selfishness and altruism are lost in Love.” I wish people knew about this story like they knew about The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. I believe it is truly a life-changing story, bearing the aura of supernatural inspiration, like so much of Middle-earth. And it’s a joy to discuss th...	1:24:49	anhören
0325 » The Fall of Númenor » Part 2 » The Saga of a Dark Age	06.02.2023 11:00	This is the second episode in my series exploring The Fall of Númenor, the recently published collection of Second Age writings, edited by Brian Sibley. Sibley’s introduction is titled “The Saga of a Dark Age”. Tolkien himself termed the Second Age a “Dark Age” in an important letter. Why did he do so? Watch and learn!WATCH » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Eru27FOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK Tolkien's Requiem » LINK buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Eru27- Emilio P- Jonathan D- Mike M- Robert H- Paul...	25:24	anhören
0324 » The Fall of Númenor » Part 1 » An Overview	30.01.2023 11:00	I'm beginning a journey through The Fall of Númenor, the recently published compilation of Tolkien's Second Age and Númenorean writings! Join me!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Eru27WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK Tolkien's Requiem » LINK buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:John RKaitlyn of Tea with TolkienJacob LockhamJohn HEru 27Emilio PJonathan DMike MRobert HPaul DJuliaWertyJoeBagelManJacob SRichard KMatt RMatthew WGarret PChris KJohn WEugene DChris BDaniel SSeb MShana SupremeMs. AnonymousAndrew TRedhawkShannon SBrian OZeke FJames LChris LChuc...	30:08	anhören
0323 » Smith of Wootton Major » The Background & The Story	23.01.2023 11:00	Finally, we arrive at SMITH OF WOOTTON MAJOR!In this episode, we’ll be reviewing the story and having a knock-down, drag-out, deep dive discussion, classic Tolkien Road style!But here’s the thing: as you’re going to find out, Smith of Wootton Major is one of Tolkien’s biggest mysteries. And a lot of other folks have written extensively about WHAT IT MEANS, including Tolkien himself. For that reason, there will be Part 2 coming at a later date. So you’ll want to make sure and subscribe NOW so you don’t forget, because THEN you’ll never find out what this bad boy is all about, according to the REAL EXPERTS.EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Eru27WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for ...	1:01:26	anhören
0322 » The Mythic Mind with Andrew Snyder	16.01.2023 11:00	In episode 322, I'm joined by Andrew Snyder of The Mythic Mind podcast. We talk Middle-earth, Tolkien, Christianity, Kierkegaard, The Shadow, and the consolation that Tolkien provided in Andrew's life during a very dark period. Join us!ANDREW SNYDER » LINK PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Eru27WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:PATREON » SUPERFANS!TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMLINKS & MATHOMS:take 10% OFF Tolkien Road merch at True Myths Press » LINK (enter code TENOFF at checkout)listen to TOLKIEN'S WORKS for FREE » LINK Tolkien's Requiem » LINK buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING PATRONS:John RKaitlyn of Tea with TolkienJacob LockhamJohn HEru27Ms. AnonymousAndrew TRedhawkShannon SBrian OEmilio PZeke FJames AJames LChris LChuc...	1:02:36	anhören
Echoes of Eternity: Rings Of Power, Númenor, Gandalf, Blue Wizards, Game Of Thrones, and more!	06.01.2023 19:05	I'm delighted to share a sample of my recent conversation with Echoes of Eternity, a new-ish podcast from animator Ben West and evangelist Matthew Cantrell. We had a blast, and you're going to love this conversation (1 hour plus).Check out the whole thing here: LINK sure to check it out! Coming soon from The Tolkien Road:Smith of Wootton MajorAthrabeth Finrod Ah AndrethSome great interviewsAnd more!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	27:48	anhören
UK Fantasy Tour Summer 2023 » Tolkien, CS Lewis, Rowling » Places That Inspired LOTR, Narnia, Harry Potter	29.12.2022 11:00	We're joined by Solomon Schmidt, the man behind HistoryBites.com.Solomon is leading a Tolkien-themed tour to the UK (England and Scotland) in July of 2023, and we sit down with to hear all about the plans.Seriously folks, this looks like the adventure of the lifetime. If not now, ask yourself: WHEN???THIS SOUNDS AMAZING. Do yourself a favor and take it all in, and then head on over to LINK to learn more!LINKS:LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	58:04	anhören
0321 » Rings Of Power Seasons 2 and 3 + Middle-earth and Christmas	27.12.2022 15:55	Merry Christmas, fellow travelers! Let's take a close look at the Middle-earth / Christmas connection as well as the recent Rings of Power discussion with Amazon Studios' Vernon Sanders. Join us!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Scotchy Bobo- Eru27FOLLOW & SUPPORT US:- LINK (get TWO MONTHS FREE for a limited time)- LINK LINK (take 15% OFF our merch with promo code GB22) - LINK LINK & MATHOMS:- take 15% OFF our merch at True Myths Press » LINK (use promo code GB22)- listen to The Silmarillion for FREE » LINK buy The Silmarillion » LINK buy The Atlas of Middle-earth » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK buy Tolkien's Overture...	44:22	anhören
0320 » The Song of Númenor » Elendil, The Lost Road, CS Lewis, The Rings Of Power	19.12.2022 11:00	What was the purpose of Númenor? In this episode, we explore that question through the lens of the song of Númenor.Many of you know that I have argued that Númenor’s purpose went beyond being a mere reward for the descendants of the Edain, and seemed to be filled with symbolism and rituals intended to point them to a greater destiny both in this world and beyond it. "Lovely is Númenor. But my heart resteth not here for ever; for here is ending, and there will be an end and the Fading, when all is counted, and all numbered at last, but yet it will not be enough, not enough. What will the Father, O Father, give me in that day beyond the end when my Sun faileth?"- JRR Tolkien, The Lost Road and Other WritingsWATCH THE VIDEO » LINK EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Scotchy Bobo- Eru27FOLLOW & SUPPORT US:- LINK (get TWO MONTHS FREE for a limited time)- LINK https...	28:12	anhören
0319 » The Rings of Power » How Do They Work?	12.12.2022 11:00	Have you ever asked yourself how the Rings of Power work? In other words, WHY did Sauron’s Ring bring him mastery over the other Rings? What sorts of power did the Rings convey? Let's take a close look at these questions!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- John R- Jacob Lockham- John H- Scotchy Bobo- Eru27This episode was released early for our Patrons! Learn more » LINK & SUPPORT US:- LINK (get TWO MONTHS FREE for a limited time)- LINK LINK (take 10% OFF our merch with promo code RINGS319) - LINK LINK & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF our merch at True Myths Press » LINK (use promo code RINGS319)- listen to The Silmarillion for FREE » LINK buy The Silmarillion » LINK b...	30:11	anhören
0318 » Where Do We Go From Here?	05.12.2022 11:00	2022 was a pretty busy year for this podcast and for Tolkiendom on a broad scale! It was pretty intense to cover both The Silmarillion and The Rings of Power. And, to quote Bilbo, it's made me feel like butter scraped over too much bread. I may have been TOO HASTY at times!There’s so much Tolkien still to cover. And to re-read!But sometimes you need to slow down and breath a little deeper...FOLLOW & SUPPORT US:- LINK (get TWO MONTHS FREE for a limited time)- LINK LINK (take 10% OFF our merch with promo code 2023) - LINK LINK & MATHOMS:- take 10% OFF our merch at True Myths Press » LINK (use promo code 2023)- listen to The Silmarillion for FREE » LINK buy The Silmarillion » LINK buy The Atlas of Middle-earth » LINK buy Tolkien...	29:14	anhören
"Frodo Failed" » What Did Tolkien Mean?	28.11.2022 11:00	In a 1963 letter, we find this remarkable line from Tolkien: “Frodo indeed ‘failed’.”What did he mean by that? Is there a deeper message that Tolkien himself took away from writing the scene of Frodo’s failure? What bits of wisdom can we glean from Tolkien’s commentary on Frodo’s failure at Mt Doom?We’ll dive into these questions and seek to understand what deeper truths about mercy, justice, and suffering Tolkien took away from the stark reality of Frodo’s failure. WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK The Tolkien Estate » LINK Letter to Eileen Elgar, September 1963 » LINK buy The Letters of JRR Tolkien » LINK & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD:- LINK LINK LINK LINK LINK THANKS TO THESE PATRONS:John R (Execut...	7:13	anhören
0317 » The Fall Of Númenor » Book Review	24.11.2022 11:00	Is the latest Tolkien book worth your time and money? In this episode, I take a close look at The Fall of Númenor and tell you what I think!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy Bobo, Eru27Buy THE FALL OF NÚMENOR » LINK “Of Númenor [Elrond] spoke, its glory and its fall, and the return of the Kings of Men to Middle-earth out of the deeps of the Sea, borne upon the wings of storm.” - The Lord of the RingsLINKS & MATHOMS:- listen to The Silmarillion for FREE » LINK buy The Silmarillion » LINK buy The Atlas of Middle-earth » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK Timeline of Arda » LINK EXPLORING THE SECOND AGE PLAYLIST » LINK	20:18	anhören
0316 » Wrestling With The Rings Of Power	21.11.2022 11:00	In this episode, we will be looking back on The Rings of Power season 1, and most importantly, discussing some of the in-depth feedback we’ve received along the way!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy Bobo, Eru27TOLKIEN, 1957: "You will receive on Monday the copy of the ‘Story Line’ or synopsis of the proposed film version of The Lord of the Rings. I could not get it off yesterday. . . . . An abridgement by selection with some good picture-work would be pleasant, & perhaps worth a good deal in publicity; but the present script is rather a compression with resultant over-crowding and confusion, blurring of climaxes, and general degradation: a pull-back towards more conventional ‘fairy-stories’. People gallop about on Eagles at the least provocation; Lórien becomes a fairy-castle with ‘delicate minarets’, and all that sort of thing."LINKS & MATHOMS:- listen to The Silmarillion for FREE...	52:21	anhören
0315 » Of The Rings Of Power And The Third Age 2022	14.11.2022 11:00	Join us for an in-depth discussion as we explore "Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age", an account that covers six millennia of Middle-earth history, from the beginning of the Second Age to the end of the Third.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy Bobo, Eru27This final chapter of The Silmarillion is really something completely separate from the rest of the book: an Age-spanning synopsis of the events leading up to and including The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. With this chapter, Tolkien connects the legends of The Silmarillion with the events of The Lord of the Rings, and we learn a great deal of the historical background to Tolkien’s magnum opus. Join us!QUOTE OF THE WEEKfrom Christopher Tolkien's Foreword to The Silmarillion..."[Akallabêth and Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age] are included according to my father’s explicit intention, and by their inclusion the entire ...	1:11:28	anhören
0314 » Akallabêth 2022	07.11.2022 11:00	Join us for an in-depth discussion as we explore "Akallabíth", the legend of Númenor's fall from JRR Tolkien's The Silmarillion. Learn about the rise of Sauron, Pharazôn's assault on Valinor, and the escape of Elendil and Isildur to establish Arnor and Gondor.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy Bobo, Eru27With Morgoth having been finally defeated in the War of Wrath, the Men allied with the Elves of Beleriand are rewarded with an earthly paradise: the Island of Númenor. Yet over the course of a 3300 year history, the Men of Númenor tragically discover that the soul of Man desires things that the natural world cannot provide.QUOTE OF THE WEEKfrom The Waldman Letter (#131)..."The Downfall is partly the result of an inner weakness in Men – consequent, if you will, upon the first Fall, repented but not finally healed. Reward on earth is more dangerous for men than punishment! The Fall is...	1:13:30	anhören
0313 » The Rings of Power » How I Would Have Done It	31.10.2022 10:00	The first season of The Rings of Power is behind us, and for a lot of us, including me and Greta, it was pretty disappointing.In this episode, I’m going to explore how I would have approached telling the story of the Second Age.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy Bobo, Eru27*** RELEASED TWO DAYS EARLY FOR OUR AMAZING PATRONS ***SPECIAL THANKS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Scotchy Bobo- Eru27- Ms. Anonymous- Andrew T- Redhawk- Shannon S- Brian O- Emilio P- Zeke F- James A- James L- Chris L- Chuck F- Asya V- Ish of the Hammer- Teresa C- David of Pints with Jack- Jonathan D- Eric B- Johanna T- Mike M- Robert H- Paul D- Julia- Werty- Matthew W- JoeBagelMan- Chris K- Jacob S- Richard K- Matt R- Garret P- John W- Eugene D- Seb MAS WELL AS THOSE CELEBRATING THEIR PATRON ANNIVERSARY THIS MONTH (OCTOBER OF 2022)- Redhawk- Alex SBecome a supporter of this podcas...	27:46	anhören
0312 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 24 » Of the Voyage of Eärendil and the War of Wrath	24.10.2022 10:00	Join us for an in-depth discussion as we explore "Of the Voyage of Eärendil and the War of Wrath", the 24th chapter of JRR Tolkien's The Silmarillion. Learn about Eärendil's and Elwing's journey to the Blessed Realm, the final battle with Morgoth, and the fates of the Silmarils and the Sons of Fëanor.RELEASED 2 DAYS EARLY FOR OUR AMAZING PATRONS » LINK THE VIDEO » LINK EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy Bobo With Morgoth having crushed the great kingdoms of Beleriand, the remnant and hope of Middle-earth stands upon the edge of oblivion. It is the hour for the fulfillment of prophecy, and out of this peril heroic deeds shine forth!QUOTE OF THE WEEKfrom The Silmarillion Chapter 23...Great was the sorrow of Eärendil and Elwing for the ruin of the havens of Sirion, and the captivity of their sons, and they feared that they would be slain; but it was not so. For Maglor took pit...	1:01:29	anhören
0311 » The Rings of Power Ep 8: Alloyed » Reviewed!	17.10.2022 14:42	In "Alloyed", the Three Elven Rings are created, Tar-Palantír dies, and Sauron is REVEALED! Join us as we discuss it all!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboTHE THREE ELVEN RINGS» LINK FANTASY VS. THE SUSPENSION OF DISBELIEF"What really happens is that the storymaker proves a successful ‘sub-creator’. He makes a Secondary World which your mind can enter. Inside it, what he relates is ‘true’: it accords with the laws of that world. You therefore believe it, while you are, as it were, inside. The moment disbelief arises, the spell is broken; the magic, or rather art, has failed." - On Fairy-storiesSPECIAL THANKS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Scotchy Bobo- Ms. Anonymous- Andrew T- Redhawk- Shannon S- Brian O- Emilio P- Zeke F- James A- James L- Chris L- Chuck F- Asya V- Ish of the Hammer- Teresa C- David of P...	1:07:00	anhören
0310 » The Rings of Power Ep 7: The Eye » Reviewed!	11.10.2022 10:00	In "The Eye", Elrond is denied access to Mithril, Galadriel and the Númenoreans search for survivors, and The Stranger departs for Greenwood the Great. Join us as we discuss it all!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK ***THIS AUDIO AND VIDEO WERE RELEASED 3 DAYS EARLY FOR OUR PATRONS!!!***EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboQUENYA TRANSLATION SOURCES» LINK FANTASY VS. THE SUSPENSION OF DISBELIEF"What really happens is that the storymaker proves a successful ‘sub-creator’. He makes a Secondary World which your mind can enter. Inside it, what he relates is ‘true’: it accords with the laws of that world. You therefore believe it, while you are, as it were, inside. The moment disbelief arises, the spell is broken; the magic, or rather art, has failed." - On Fairy-storiesSPECIAL THANKS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Scotchy Bobo- Ms. Anonymous- Andrew ...	57:03	anhören
0309 » The Rings of Power Ep 6: Udûn » Reviewed!	08.10.2022 10:00	In "Udûn", the Southlanders stay the Orcs, Númenor comes to their aid, and something boils to a blow beneath the surface of Middle-earth. Join us as we discuss it all!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboGOOD FANTASY VS. THE SUSPENSION OF DISBELIEF"What really happens is that the storymaker proves a successful ‘sub-creator’. He makes a Secondary World which your mind can enter. Inside it, what he relates is ‘true’: it accords with the laws of that world. You therefore believe it, while you are, as it were, inside. The moment disbelief arises, the spell is broken; the magic, or rather art, has failed." - On Fairy-storiesSPECIAL THANKS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Scotchy Bobo- Ms. Anonymous- Andrew T- Redhawk- Shannon S- Brian O- Emilio P- Zeke F- James A- James L- Chris L- Chuck F- Asya V- Ish of the Hammer- Teresa C- David of Pints with Jack- Jona...	58:49	anhören
0308 » The Rings of Power Ep 5: Partings » Reviewed!	26.09.2022 10:00	In "Partings", a sinister new figure arrives at The Stranger's crater, Galadriel is addicted to fighting, Gil-galad makes a big deal about Mithril, and Númenor's forces depart for Middle-earth. Join us as we discuss it all!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK ***AUDIO RELEASED 3 DAYS EARLY FOR OUR PATRONS***EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboGOOD FANTASY VS. THE SUSPENSION OF DISBELIEF"What really happens is that the storymaker proves a successful ‘sub-creator’. He makes a Secondary World which your mind can enter. Inside it, what he relates is ‘true’: it accords with the laws of that world. You therefore believe it, while you are, as it were, inside. The moment disbelief arises, the spell is broken; the magic, or rather art, has failed." - On Fairy-storiesSPECIAL THANKS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Scotchy Bobo- Ms. Anonymous- Andrew T- Redhawk- Shannon S- Brian O- Emilio P- Zeke F...	1:12:39	anhören
0307 » The Rings of Power Ep 4: The Great Wave » Reviewed!	19.09.2022 10:00	In "The Great Wave", Míriel is haunted by a prophetic dream, Galadriel touches a Palantír, and Arondir delivers a message from Adar! Join us as we discuss it all!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK ***AUDIO RELEASED 3 DAYS EARLY FOR OUR PATRONS***EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboFOLLOW & SUPPORT US:- LINK LINK LINK LINK LINK FANTASY VS. THE SUSPENSION OF DISBELIEF"What really happens is that the storymaker proves a successful ‘sub-creator’. He makes a Secondary World which your mind can enter. Inside it, what he relates is ‘true’: it accords with the laws of that world. You therefore believe it, while you are, as it were, inside. The moment disbelief arises, the spell is broken; the magic, or rather art, has failed." - On Fairy-storiesLINKS - Cymatics (Definition) » https:...	1:13:07	anhören
0306 » The Rings of Power Ep 3: Adar » Reviewed	12.09.2022 10:00	In "Adar", we finally arrive in Númenor, and we're introduced to a mysterious orc father-figure. Join us as we discuss it all!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK ***AUDIO RELEASED 2 DAYS EARLY FOR OUR PATRONS***EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboGOOD FANTASY VS. THE SUSPENSION OF DISBELIEF"What really happens is that the storymaker proves a successful ‘sub-creator’. He makes a Secondary World which your mind can enter. Inside it, what he relates is ‘true’: it accords with the laws of that world. You therefore believe it, while you are, as it were, inside. The moment disbelief arises, the spell is broken; the magic, or rather art, has failed." - On Fairy-storiesSPECIAL THANKS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Scotchy Bobo- Ms. Anonymous- Andrew T- Redhawk- Shannon S- Brian O- Emilio P- Zeke F- James A- James L- Chris L- Chuck F- Asya V- Ish of the Hammer- Teresa C- David of Pints with Ja...	50:19	anhören
0305 » The Rings of Power Ep 2: Adrift » Reviewed!	09.09.2022 10:00	"Adrift" introduces Dwarves, Khazad-dûm, Eregion, Halbrand, and "The Stranger", and we're covering it all in Episode 305. Join us!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK ***VIDEO RELEASED 1 DAY EARLY FOR OUR PATRONS******AUDIO RELEASED 3 DAYS EARLY FOR OUR PATRONS***EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboGOOD FANTASY VS. THE SUSPENSION OF DISBELIEF "What really happens is that the storymaker proves a successful ‘sub-creator’. He makes a Secondary World which your mind can enter. Inside it, what he relates is ‘true’: it accords with the laws of that world. You therefore believe it, while you are, as it were, inside. The moment disbelief arises, the spell is broken; the magic, or rather art, has failed." - On Fairy-storiesSPECIAL THANKS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Scotchy Bobo- Ms. Anonymous- Andrew T- Redhawk- Shannon S- Brian O- Emilio P- Zeke F- James A- James L- Chris L- Chuck F- Asya V...	45:29	anhören
Rings of Power » Where's Celeborn???	07.09.2022 10:00	Is Amazon erasing Galadriel's husband???If so, this would be a HORRIFYING move on their part, as it has major implications for legendarium in terms of Lord of the Rings and the later history of Middle-earth.In this video, I ask: WHERE IS CELEBORN??? Join me as I explore the possibilities for his absence from The Shadow of the Past, the first episode of The Rings of Power!FOLLOW / SUPPORT / MERCH:- FOLLOW » LINK SUPPORT » LINK WEBSITE » LINK TRUE MYTHS PRESS » LINK (use code CELEBORN to take 10% off your order)Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	8:15	anhören
0304 » The Rings of Power Ep 1: A Shadow of the Past » Reviewed	06.09.2022 10:00	The Rings of Power is upon us! What Would Tolkien Think???Greta and I discuss Episode 1, A Shadow of the Past, and go into all of the things Amazon got right and wrong. Join us!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboTOLKIEN vs. TIME COMPRESSION "I fail to see why the time-scheme should be deliberately contracted. [. . .] I cannot see why definite time-statements, contrary to the book and to probability, should be made." - Tolkien in Letter 210FOLLOW & SUPPORT US:- LINK LINK LINK LINK LINK THANKS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- John H- Scotchy Bobo- Ms. Anonymous- Andrew T- Redhawk- Shannon S- Brian O- Emilio P- Zeke F- James A- James L- Chris L- Chuck F- Asya V- Ish of the Hammer- Teresa C- D...	1:04:13	anhören
0303 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 23 » Of Tuor and the Fall of Gondolin	30.08.2022 16:36	Join us for an in-depth discussion as we explore "Of Tuor and the Fall of Gondolin", the 23rd chapter of JRR Tolkien's The Silmarillion. Learn about Tuor's journey and Ulmo's efforts to save Turgon and his people from doom!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboWith Nargothrond and Doriath both having fallen, and the Sons of Fëanor reduced to wretchedness, only Gondolin remains of the great Elven realms. But how long will Gondolin remain hidden, and, if it is discovered, can it withstand the onslaught of Angband’s fury?QUOTE OF THE WEEK from The Silmarillion Chapter 20...The field was lost; but still Húrin and Huor and the remnant of the house of Haldor stood firm with Turgon of Gondolin, and the hosts of Morgoth could not yet win the Pass of Sirion. Then Húrin spoke to Turgon, saying: ‘Go now, lord, while time is! For in you lives the last hope of the Eldar, and while Gondolin stan...	39:53	anhören
Rings of Power » Trailer Review » One Week To Go » What Would Tolkien Think?	26.08.2022 10:00	WIth one week to go before the release of Amazon's The Rings of Power, I talk about my expectations at this point, and review the latest trailer (8/24).RINGS OF POWER Controversies » Why Compressing The Second Age Timeline Is Wrong » LOTR on Prime » LINK FOLLOW » LINK SUPPORT » LINK WEBSITE » LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	12:05	anhören
0302 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 22 » Of the Ruin of Doriath	23.08.2022 10:00	Join us for an in-depth discussion as we explore "Of the Ruin of Doriath", the 22nd chapter of JRR Tolkien's The Silmarillion. Learn about Morgoth's twisted plot to defeat Thingol, and the role the Silmaril of Beren and Lúthien plays in it!***THIS AUDIO WAS RELEASED 1 DAY EARLY FOR OUR PATRONS***WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboAfter the devastating tragedies of Chapter 21, we get…more devastating tragedies! Chapter 22 picks up with Húrin, now old and worn out by Morgoth’s tortures. Set free to wander aimlessly in the wasted regions of Beleriand, he inadvertently sets in motion a series of events that will lead to end of the kingdom of Doriath, once the hidden heart of Beleriand’s free regions.QUOTE OF THE WEEK » "And at the last Melian spoke, and said: ‘Húrin Thalion, Morgoth hath bewitched thee; for he that seeth through Morgoth’s eyes, willing or unwilling, seeth all things...	53:38	anhören
0301 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 21 » Of Túrin Turambar	15.08.2022 10:00	Join us for an in-depth discussion as we explore "Of Túrin Turambar", the 21st chapter of JRR Tolkien's The Silmarillion. Learn about the tragic tale of the ill-fated son of Húrin, one of the Great Tales of Middle-earth's First Age!WATCH THE VIDEO» LINK EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboThe tale of Túrin Turambar is a long one, rivaling “Of Beren and Lúthien” and “Akallabêth” as the longest chapter in The Silmarillion. It is also quite tragic, as we shall see. After giving a bit of background on Túrin’s ancestry, it picks up where the last chapter left off, with Túrin’s father Húrin imprisoned in Angband. The chapter then focuses in on Túrin’s life.Like “Of Beren and Lúthien”, this chapter summarizes one of the Great Tales of the First Age. In fact, many of you may already realize that The Children of Húrin is a novel length telling of this story! We look forward to a chapter-by-chapter discussio...	48:02	anhören
0300 » How Tolkien Saved My Life	25.07.2022 10:00	This is our 300th episode! Given that, I decided it was time to look back on this journey, and see how far we’ve come, and reflect on everything behind us. It struck me that, especially in the last few years, I’ve been moving at such a hurried pace that I haven’t taken enough time to do that, to simply look back and ask myself “Has this been worth it? Why am I doing this?”In episode 300, you'll learn how the podcast came to be, where we're going, and the role we believe Tolkien plays in it personally.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboLINKS- STORE » LINK (use code EP300 to take 20% OFF)- SUPPORT » LINK TWITTER » LINK WEBSITE » LINK FACEBOOK » LINK INSTAGRAM » LINK THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE ROAD » LINK	45:41	anhören
Rings of Power » Simon Tolkien, Conflicting Canon, Diversity, Númenor, and Tar-Míriel	23.07.2022 19:08	Talking about this article » LINK I was researching the Rings of Power recently (for my trailer response), I came across this writeup on EW.com from July 13th. And well, let's just say, I have thoughts...LINKS:- FOLLOW » LINK SUPPORT » LINK WEBSITE » LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	14:29	anhören
Rings of Power Trailer Reaction » Don't Be Hasty Edition	22.07.2022 13:31	So I am probably the last Tolkien fan channel to give my thoughts on the latest LOTRonPrime Trailer. All I can say is, this is a channel where we strive to live Treebeard’s motto: DON’T BE HASTY!Watch the video » LINK FOLLOW » LINK SUPPORT » LINK WEBSITE » LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	14:37	anhören
0299 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 20 » Of the Fifth Battle: Nirnaeth Arnoediad	11.07.2022 10:00	Join us for an in-depth discussion as we explore "Of the Fifth Battle: Nirnaeth Arnoediad", the 20th chapter of JRR Tolkien's The Silmarillion. Learn about the cataclysmic battle that brings the Noldor to ruin, and sets in motion the climax of the First Age!WATCH THE VIDEO» LINK PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboChapter 20 tells of the fifth great battle of Beleriand, the most fateful and cataclysmic yet, in which the Noldor seek to put an end to Morgoth's reign of terror once and for all!CONTENTS- Beren and Lúthien - Prologue That Is An Epilogue » 3:50- Maedhros' Plot » 8:00- The Day of Battle » 15:30- Unnumbered Tears / Nirnaeth Arnoediad / Fingon vs. Gothmog » 22:00- Turgon, Húrin, Huor (and Maeglin) » 25:50- Aftermath » 30:15- Haiku » 39:00LINKS & MATHOMS- listen to The Silmarillion for FREE » LINK buy The Silmarillion » LINK buy T...	44:06	anhören
The Rings of Power » The Ents Arrive!	08.07.2022 14:42	We react to the latest marketing video from The Rings of Power! Strange comets, Harfoots, Galadriel, Gil-galad, Celebrimbor, Elrond, and...ENTS!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK / FOLLOW:- tolkienroad.com- patreon.com/tolkienroad- twitter.com/tolkienroadBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	19:38	anhören
0298 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 19 » Of Beren and Lúthien	04.07.2022 10:00	Join us for an in-depth discussion as we explore "Of Beren and Lúthien", the 19th chapter of JRR Tolkien's The Silmarillion. Learn about the story Tolkien called "the seed of Middle-earth", in which a forefather of the Men of the West sets out to obtain one of the Silmarils from the Iron Crown of Morgoth!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboChapter 19 is the story of Beren and Lúthien, aka The Tale of Tinúviel, aka The Lay of Leíthian, aka one of the Great Tales of the First Age and the Seed of Middle-earth. Simply put, this is one of Tolkien’s greatest stories, a story that in many ways informs the entirety of the Middle-earth legendarium.CONTENTS- The Tale of Tinúviel from Lord of the Rings » 11:30- Sauron Ambushes Barahir and Company » 23:20- Beren and Lúthien Meet » 35:00- Beren Sets Out » 51:00- Captured by Sauron, Rescued by Lúthien » 1:01:15- Assailing Angband » 1:12:30- Lúthien Before Mandos » 1:24:00- H...	1:37:40	anhören
0297 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 18 » Of the Ruin of Beleriand and the Fall of Fingolfin	27.06.2022 10:00	Chapter 18 concerns the Battle of Sudden Flame and the aftermath thereof. It sets in motion the action-packed final third of The Silmarillion, in which many of the great stories of the First Age occur.WATCH THE VIDEO» LINK PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboQUOTE OF THE WEEK » "To Men Morgoth feigned pity, if any would hearken to his messages, saying that their woes came only of their servitude to the rebel Noldor, but at the hands of the rightful Lord of Middle-earth they would get honour and a just reward of valour, if they would leave rebellion." - Silmarillion Chapter 18CONTENTS- The Battle of Sudden Flame » 5:30- Fingolfin vs. Morgoth » 16:00- Sauron and the Fall of Minas Tirith & Tol Sirion » 25:00- The Coming of the Easterlings » 29:25- Huor and Húrin in Gondolin » 37:00- Morgoth Renews His Assault » 43:35LINKS & MATHOMS- listen to The Silmarillion for FREE » LINK	55:00	anhören
Tolkien's New Book: The Fall of Númenor Will Present The Legends Inspiring The Rings of Power	23.06.2022 17:59	We're getting a new Tolkien book! "The Fall of Númenor" was announced on June 22, 2022. In this bonus episode, we'll discuss what's in it and all of the other important info.LINKS:- Announcement from The Tolkien Society (contains the Press Release): LINK Brian Sibley (Wikipedia): LINK Brian Sibley (Website): LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	6:13	anhören
0296 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 17 » Of the Coming of Men into the West	20.06.2022 10:00	Join us for an in-depth discussion as we explore "Of the Coming of Men Into the West", the 17th chapter of JRR Tolkien's The Silmarillion. Learn about the early ancestors of Aragorn, Boromir, Faramir, and other Men of the West! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboIn Chapter 17, we learn of how the first Men came into Beleriand, of their interactions with the Elves already living there, and of Melkor’s response to their coming.QUOTE OF THE WEEK » "‘A darkness lies behind us,’ Bëor said; ‘and we have turned our backs upon it, and we do not desire to return thither even in thought. Westwards our hearts have been turned, and we believe that there we shall find Light.’"CONTENTS- Finrod Meets Bëor and His People » 8:00- The Three Houses of the Edain » 23:25- Dissensions Among Men (Bereg & Amlach) » 32:20- Morgoth Attacks the Haladin » 43:45LINKS & MATHOMS:- listen to The Silmarillion for FREE » LINK ...	1:03:06	anhören
0295 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 16 » Of Maeglin	13.06.2022 10:00	Join us for an in-depth discussion as we explore "Of Maeglin", the 16th chapter of The Silmarillion. Get the most out of your Silmarillion reading as we unpack this story of Elvish tragedy!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Scotchy BoboIn Chapter 16, we learn of a tragic tale of Aredhel, the White Lady of the Noldor, Eöl, the dark Elf of Nan Elmoth, Maeglin, their son, and Idril, the daughter of Turgon.WATCH THE VIDEO» LINK OF THE WEEK » "[I]t seemed to [Idril] a thing strange and crooked in [Maeglin], as indeed the Eldar ever since have deemed it: an evil fruit of the Kinslaying, whereby the shadow of the curse of Mandos fell upon the last hope of the Noldor."CONTENTS:- Concerning Aredhel » 4:00- Eöl and Nan Elmoth » 12:00- Concerning Maeglin » 25:56- Back to Gondolin / Curufin and Eöl » 28:30- The Tragedy of Aredhel and Eöl » 35:00- Haiku » 45:50LINKS & MATHOMS:- listen to The Silmarillion f...	52:12	anhören
MIDDLE-EARTH: Christian Propaganda or Pre-Christian Mythology?	11.06.2022 18:50	Are we imposing Christianity onto MIddle-earth? That's what one listener thinks...“This show is Christian propaganda disguised as a discussion of Tolkien mythology. It’s fine to be Christian, obviously Tolkien was a Christian, but Christianity doesn’t exist in Arda. The mythology was not meant to be a metaphor for Christianity/the Bible - Tolkien had said that he dislikes such devices in story telling."In this video, I respond to that misguided accusation, and reveal what Tolkien actually thought and wrote about this topic.MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC:- Tolkien on Christ's Resurrection and the Way Things Really Do Work » Letter 89» LINK The God and Gods of Middle-earth » LINK Tolkien vs The Shadow » LINK Númenor's Purpose » LINK Lord of the Rings & Religion Mailbag » LINK / Follow My Work:- tolkienroad.com- patreon.com/tolkienroad- twitter.com/tolkienroadBe...	17:06	anhören
THE RINGS OF POWER » Why the Details of Middle-earth Matter	07.06.2022 23:09	"It is precisely the colouring, the atmosphere, the unclassifiable individual details of a story, and above all the general purport that informs with life the undissected bones of the plot, that really count." - On Fairy-storiesSome have said that Amazon's planned compressions of the Second Age timeline is not a big deal. Well, I don't think Tolkien would have agreed. I explain why.Furthermore, I explore one fan's proposal for how they could do the show.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK VIDEOS OF INTEREST:- Orcish Ideologies & The Rings Of Power » LINK RINGS OF POWER » Protecting The Middle-earth Legendarium » LINK RINGS OF POWER Controversies » Why Compressing The Second Age Timeline Is Wrong » LOTR on Prime » LINK / Follow My Work:- tolkienroad.com- patreon.com/tolkienroad- twitter.com/tolkienroadBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	19:28	anhören
0294 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 15 » Of the Noldor in Beleriand	30.05.2022 10:00	Join us for an in-depth discussion as we explore "Of the Noldor in Beleriand", the 15th chapter of The Silmarillion. Get the most out of your Silmarillion reading as we unpack this story of the founding of Gondolin!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John HIn Chapter 15, Turgon creates Gondolin, Galadriel and Melian converse, Thingol learns of the Kinslaying, and Finrod forecasts his doom.QUOTE OF THE WEEK » “‘I would take what joy is here left, untroubled by memory. And maybe there is woe enough yet to come, though still hope may seem bright.’” - Galadriel, The Silmarillion Chapter 15CONTENTS- Turgon Creates Gondolin » 6:00- The Dialogue of Galadriel and Melian » 18:50- Thingol Learns of the Kinslaying Through Cirdan » 25:55- Finrod Forecasts His Own Doom » 33:45- Haiku » 38:00LINKS & MATHOMS:- listen to The Silmarillion for FREE » LINK buy The Silmarillion » LINK buy The Atlas of Middle-earth...	42:07	anhören
Orcish Ideologies and The Rings of Power	28.05.2022 16:30	"Yet this is held true by the wise of Eressëa, that all those of the Quendi who came into the hands of Melkor, ere Utumno was broken, were put there in prison, and by slow arts of cruelty were corrupted and enslaved; and thus did Melkor breed the hideous race of the Orcs in envy and mockery of the Elves, of whom they were afterwards the bitterest foes. . . This it may be was the vilest deed of Melkor, and the most hateful to Ilúvatar." - Silmarillion Chapter 3WATCH THE VIDEO OF THIS » LINK of you all have asked what I meant by "Orcish Ideologies". In this video, I share some thoughts on that question.VIDEOS REFERENCED:- RINGS OF POWER » Protecting The Middle-earth Legendarium » LINK RINGS OF POWER Controversies » Why Compressing The Second Age Timeline Is Wrong » LOTR on Prime » LINK Tolkien vs the Nazis: His Actual Words on Hitler, Nazism, and the Jewish People » LINK	16:50	anhören
The Rings of Power and the Long Defeat	25.05.2022 14:18	"I am a Christian, and indeed a Roman Catholic, so that I do not expect ‘history’ to be anything but a ‘long defeat’ – though it contains (and in a legend may contain more clearly and movingly) some samples or glimpses of final victory." - JRR Tolkien, Letter 195 (LINK THE VIDEO OF THIS » LINK a previous video, which I've linked to in the notes below, I discussed what I hoped would be a path forward for the legendarium, guided by a Tolkien Estate which was unfailingly loyal JRR Tolkien's established work and vision. Well, that was a few months ago, and I've been feeling far less optimistic as of late. In fact, I've realized that the Tolkienian idea of the long defeat may apply in all of this.VIDEOS REFERENCED:- RINGS OF POWER » Protecting The Middle-earth Legendarium » LINK RINGS OF POWER Controversies » Why Compressing The Second Age Timeline Is Wrong » LOTR on Prime » LINK / ...	13:27	anhören
0293 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 14 » Of Beleriand and Its Realms	24.05.2022 13:12	Join us for an in-depth discussion of "Of Beleriand and Its Realms", the 14th chapter of The Silmarillion. Get the most out of your Silmarillion reading from this exploration of the map of Middle-earth's First Age.EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John HIn Chapter 14, we’ll learn of Beleriand’s regions, rulers, and key geographical features!WATCH THE VIDEO» LINK OF THE WEEK: “I am sorry about the Geography. It must have been dreadfully difficult without a map or maps.” - Letter 144 (to Naomi Mitchison)LINKS & MATHOMS:- listen to The Silmarillion for FREE » LINK buy The Silmarillion » LINK buy The Atlas of Middle-earth » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK buy Tolkien's Overture » LINK Timeline of Arda » LINK - Interactive Map of Beleriand » LINK	38:57	anhören
0292 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 13 » Of the Return of the Noldor	18.05.2022 14:33	Having arrived to Beleriand, Fëanor wastes no time in confronting Morgoth.WATCH THE VIDEO» LINK PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob LockhamQUOTE OF THE WEEK: "His prayer was answered swiftly. For Manwë to whom all birds are dear, and to whom they bring news upon Taniquetil from Middle-earth, had sent forth the race of Eagles, commanding them to dwell in the crags of the North, and to keep watch upon Morgoth; for Manwë still had pity for the exiled Elves."CONTENTS- Timeline » YT1497 - YS260- Fëanor's Fate » 6:00- Maedhros, Fingon, Manwë, and Thorondor » 16:40- Thingol & the Noldor » 27:30- Turgon, Finrod, Ulmo » 39:20- The Glorious Battle + Glaurung » 43:30LINKS & MATHOMS:- listen to The Silmarillion for FREE » LINK buy The Silmarillion » LINK buy The Atlas of Middle-earth » LINK buy Tolkien's Requiem » LINK buy Tolkien's Overture » http...	52:43	anhören
0291 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 12 - Of Men	09.05.2022 10:00	Join us for an in-depth discussion of "Of Men", the 12th chapter of The Silmarillion. Get the most out of your Silmarillion reading from this exploration of JRR Tolkien's First Age story of the origins of Men.With the Sun having risen upon Middle-earth for the first time, we finally meet the Younger Children of Ilúvatar: US!WATCH THE VIDEO OF THIS EPISODE » LINK The audio of this episode was released 3 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons » LINK PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob LockhamQUOTE OF THE WEEK: "To Hildórien there came no Vala to guide Men, or to summon them to dwell in Valinor; and Men have feared the Valar, rather than loved them, and have not understood the purposes of the Powers, being at variance with them, and at strife with the world."CONTENTS:- Timeline » YT1500 / YS1 » 5:35- The Second Spring of Arda / The Names of Men » 7:22- Men and the Valar (and the Dark Elves) » 14:00- ...	43:11	anhören
0290 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 11 - Of the Sun and Moon and the Hiding of Valinor	02.05.2022 10:00	Join us for an in-depth discussion of "Of the Sun and Moon and the Hiding of Valinor", the 11th chapter of The Silmarillion. Get the most out of your Silmarillion reading from this exploration of JRR Tolkien's First Age story of the creation of the Sun and the Moon.EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob LockhamWATCH THE VIDEO OF THIS EPISODE » LINK 11 gives us a moment to catch our breaths after the intense action of the last several chapters. It introduces a new epoch into the history of Middle-earth: the Years of the Sun and the Moon, and the barring of Valinor from the rest of the world.In Chapter 11, we’ll:- Catch up with the Valar- Learn of the creation of the Sun and the Moon- Consider Morgoth’s reaction to these new lights- Learn how and why Valinor was hiddenAnd much more!The audio of this episode was released 2 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons » LINK OF THE WEEK: "Thus it ...	59:18	anhören
0289 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 10 - Of the Sindar	25.04.2022 10:00	Join us for an in-depth discussion of "Of the Sindar", the 10th chapter of The Silmarillion. Get the most out of your Silmarillion reading from this long-form exploration of JRR Tolkien's First Age story of Beleriand's first war!WATCH THIS EPISODE » LINK PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob LockhamIn Chapter 10, the perspective shifts from the Blessed Realm to Beleriand, where it will remain for the rest of The Silmarillion. We jump back to where we left Beleriand - at the point when the Vanyar, Noldor, and Teleri all departed, leaving behind some of their brethren, who become known as the Sindar, and take the Teleri Lord Elwë as their King, and the Maia Melian as their Queen.In Chapter 10, we’ll learn:- Of the Sindar, the brethren of the Teleri that remained behind in Beleriand.- Of the creation of Menegroth, the grand palace of the Sindarin King Thingol- Of the coming of the Dwarves to Beleriand- Of the Nandorin Elves- Of the retu...	52:16	anhören
0288 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 9 - Of the Flight of the Noldor	18.04.2022 10:00	This is an in-depth discussion of "Of the Flight of the Noldor", the 9th chapter of The Silmarillion. Learn how to get the most out of your reading from this long-form exploration of JRR Tolkien's First Age story of Fëanor's Oath!Chapter 9 brings us to the terrible aftermath of Valinor’s Darkening. Will Melkor be held to account? Can Ungoliant be stopped? Is there any saving the Two Trees? And what of the Silmarils?WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK The audio of this episode was released 2 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob LockhamQUOTE OF THE WEEK: "Yavanna spoke before the Valar, saying: ‘The Light of the Trees has passed away, and lives now only in the Silmarils of Fëanor. Foresighted was he! Even for those who are mightiest under Ilúvatar there is some work that they may accomplish once, and once only. The Light of the Trees I brought into being, and within Eä I can do so neve...	1:21:02	anhören
0287 » Silmarillion 2022 Ch 8 - Of the Darkening of Valinor	11.04.2022 10:00	Chapter 8 brings us to the great catastrophe of the Blessed Realm. What happens in this chapter sets in motion tidal waves of tragedies whose effects are felt, for good and for ill, down to the years of Frodo’s journey.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK The audio of this episode was released 2 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons!Support us on Patreon » LINK PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob LockhamQUOTE OF THE WEEK » “There in the black shadows, beyond the sight even of Manwë in his highest halls, Melkor with Ungoliant plotted his revenge.”In Chapter 8, we’ll learn: Of Melkor’s Revenge Plot Of the Mysterious Origins of Ungoliant, the Predecessor of Shelob Of the Undoing of the Bliss of ValinorCONTENTS:- Chapter Summary » 3:40- Timeline » 5:50- Melkor To Avathar » 7:40- Concerning Ungoliant & Her Origins (& Shelob) » 10:00- A Festival to Eru in Valmar » 26:45- The Destruction of the Two Trees » 39:30- Hai...	52:41	anhören
The God and Gods of Middle-earth feat. Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick	06.04.2022 10:00	Is Lord of the Rings Christian, Pagan or, in some way, both? In the legendarium of Middle-earth, Tolkien connects the gods of the ancient world with the God of biblical Christianity in a manner that, somehow, he intended to be acceptable to "a mind that believes in the Blessed Trinity." How can this be?John is joined by Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick to discuss this question. Fr Andrew is the host of both Amon Sûl, a Tolkien podcast, as well as Lord of Spirits, which explores the seen and unseen world of the Bible. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob LockhamWATCH ON YOUTUBE » LINK Lord of Spirits podcast » LINK Amon Sûl podcast » LINK About Fr. Andrew » LINK & SUPPORT US:- LINK LINK LINK LINK	1:07:44	anhören
0286 » The Silmarillion 2022 Ch 7 » Of the Silmarils and the Unrest of the Noldor	04.04.2022 10:00	What are the Silmarils and what is their significance? We finally reach the answer to these questions in Chapter 7, learn of the intrigue surrounding them, and how their existence becomes a curse for the Blessed Realm.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK The audio of this episode was released 3 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob LockhamQUOTE OF THE WEEK » “As three great jewels they were in form. But not until the End, when Fëanor shall return who perished ere the Sun was made, and sits now in the Halls of Awaiting and comes no more among his kin; not until the Sun passes and the Moon falls, shall it be known of what substance they were made.”In Chapter 7, we’ll learn: - Of Fëanor’s creation of the Silmarils- Of Melkor’s lust for the Silmarils & his insidious operations after his release from prison- Of the conflict that arises from Melkor’s treacherous whisperings amongst the Noldor and Fëanor’s ...	1:07:14	anhören
0285 - All Things Tolkien March 2022 Livestream	28.03.2022 10:00	Hey there, fellow travelers!You are about to listen to an audio recording of our MARCH 2022 YouTube livestream. For the video of this replay, including all of the chats from those who were live with us, check the show notes for the link.WATCH ON YOUTUBE » LINK was the 3rd monthly livestream that we've done, and it was a blast! We're having a lot of fun interacting with everyone who shows up.If you enjoy this replay, then we hope you'll join us for our APRIL livestream, which is tentatively scheduled for April 27th. To stay up to date with the latest, subscribe to our YouTube channel.Thanks for listening, and enjoy!SPECIAL THANKS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- Ms. Anonymous- Andrew T- Redhawk- Shannon S- Brian O- Emilio P- Zeke F- James A- James L- Chris L- Chuck F- Asya V- Ish of the Hammer- Teresa C- David of Pints with Jack- Jonathan D- Eric S- Joey S- Eric B- Johanna T- Mike M- Robert H- Paul D- Julia- Werty- Matthew W- JoeBagelM...	1:26:18	anhören
Tolkien and Man's Destiny » "All Tales May Come True..." » Tolkien Reading Day 2022	25.03.2022 13:12	My choice for Tolkien Reading Day 2022. Enjoy!WATCH THIS VIDEO » LINK » LINK ROAD » LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	11:35	anhören
Is the RINGS OF POWER Canon?	22.03.2022 23:37	With The Rings of Power & The War of the Rohirrim coming soon, I’m starting to wonder: what’s going to be considered “canonical” going forward?In simple terms, will the lore that the show creates be considered “authoritative” going forward?This a PRESSING question, and things are going to get out of hand. In this video, I urge The Tolkien Estate to ACT to create its own office of lore to prevent abuses of the Middle-earth legendarium, and even to allow for "official" storytelling of a literary nature in the future.RINGS OF POWER Controversies » Why Compressing The Second Age Timeline Is Wrong » LOTR on Prime » LINK / Follow My Work:- tolkienroad.com- twitter.com/tolkienroadBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	13:38	anhören
0284 » Of Fëanor & The Unchaining Of Melkor » The Silmarillion Ch 6	21.03.2022 10:00	With Melkor having been imprisoned, Valinor enters a long era of peace. To Finwë, High King of the Noldor, a son is born: Fëanor, the “Spirit of Fire”, whose destiny is bound up with the fate of many. And all the while, a perilous shadow grows upon the Blessed Realm…WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK The audio of this episode was released 2 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob LockhamQUOTE OF THE WEEK » "But they obeyed the judgement of Manwë; for those who will defend authority against rebellion must not themselves rebel."In Chapter 6, we’ll learn:- Of the birth of Fëanor, the creator of the Silmarils- Of the “death” of his mother Miriel, and the consequences thereof- Of Finwë’s remarriage, and the birth of Fëanor’s half-brothers- Of Melkor’s release from captivity after 3 long ages.CONTENTS- Quote of the Week » 8:10- The Noontide of the Blessed Realm » 12:36- How Long Was Melkor Imprisoned? »...	1:05:09	anhören
0283 » Of Eldamar & the Princes of the Eldalië » The Silmarillion Chapter 5	14.03.2022 10:00	With 3 groups of Elves - the Vanyar, Noldor, and Teleri - having arrived on the threshold of the Great Sea, they must make the final leg of their journey to the Land of the Valar, Aman, and will do so by extraordinary means. Once they arrive, they will establish their own kingdoms within the Blessed Realm.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK The audio of this episode was released 2 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons! LINK PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob LockhamIn Chapter 5, we’ll learn:- How the Elves came across the sea to the Blessed Realm- The names of the kingdoms they established for themselves- The names of key Elven figures, and their relations to one another.CONTENTS:- How to pronounce "Eldamar" and "Eldalië"? » 5:40- Ulmo & the Island Ship » 11:30- Teleri, Sindar, and Falathrim » 17:05- Teleri & Tol Eressea » 26:30- The Lords of the Noldor » 36:10- Final Journey of the Teleri » 43:25HELPFUL LIN...	54:23	anhören
0282 » Of Thingol and Melian » The Silmarillion Ch 4 » Elwë, Grey-Elves	07.03.2022 11:00	With Melkor imprisoned in Mandos and the Elves on the way to the Blessed Realm, we pause to consider a BRIEF love story that lays the groundwork for a considerably EPIC love story later in The Silmarillion. Like Chapter 2, Chapter 4 doesn’t so much advance the plot from the previous chapter as it provides explanatory detail that will come into play much later.WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK audio of this episode was released 3 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob LockhamARTWORK » LINK by kimberly80 (LINK Chapter 4, we'll learn:- Of the nature of Melian the Maia- Of Elwë, and his lingering in Beleriand- Of the Grey-ElvesCONTENTS:- Melian the Maia » 5:35- "Enchantment" » 8:38- Elwë / Thingol » 19:45- Thingol and Melian Meet » 26:20- The Grey-Elves » 37:40- Haiku » 43:48HELPFUL LINKS:- listen to The Si...	48:50	anhören
0281 » Rings Of Power Controversies, The Silmarillion, and more!	28.02.2022 11:00	During our Feb 2022 Livestream, we discussed all of the controversies surround The Rings Of Power, our journey thus far in The Silmarillion, and a bunch of amazing correspondence from you, our amazing Fellowship!The audio of this episode was released 2 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons!WATCH THE VIDEO » LINK EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob LockhamSPECIAL THANKS:- John R- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Jacob Lockham- Ms. Anonymous- Andrew T- Redhawk- Shannon S- Brian O- Emilio P- Zeke F- James A- James L- Chris L- Chuck F- Asya V- Ish of the Hammer- Teresa C- David of Pints with Jack- Jonathan D- Eric S- Joey S- Eric B- Johanna T- Mike M- Robert H- Paul D- Julia- Werty- Matthew W- JoeBagelMan- Chris KAS WELL AS THOSE CELEBRATING THEIR PATRON ANNIVERSARY THIS MONTH (FEBRUARY OF 2022): Sarah W, Dyreanir, Robert H, Jon R, Ish of the Hammer, Cat L, Asya V, David Bigwood, Sarah M, Eric B, Chuck FBecome a supporter of this...	1:32:25	anhören
RINGS OF POWER Controversies » Why Compressing The Second Age Timeline Is Wrong » LOTR on Prime	26.02.2022 18:04	Amazon plans to "compress" the 3,500 year timeline of the Second Age into a "single point in time". There are so many problems with this, and in this video I'm beginning to explore all of those problems.Let's talk about this in the comments!From LINK the novels, the aforementioned things take place over thousands of years, but Payne and McKay have compressed events into a single point in time. It is their biggest deviation from the text, and they know it’s a big swing. “We talked with the Tolkien estate,” says Payne. “If you are true to the exact letter of the law, you are going to be telling a story in which your human characters are dying off every season because you’re jumping 200 years in time, and then you’re not meeting really big, important canon characters until season four. Look, there might be some fans who want us to do a documentary of Middle-earth, but we’re going to tell one story t...	21:28	anhören
0280 » Of The Coming Of The Elves & The Captivity Of Melkor » The Silmarillion Chapter 3	21.02.2022 11:00	Having taken a scenic detour in Chapter 2, in Chapter 3 we pick up where Chapter 1 left off. Though the Blessed Realm of Aman is now lit by the Two Trees of Valinor, the rest of Middle-earth lay in “twilight under the stars”. While the Valar and their people dwell in relative security, Melkor labors ceaselessly to dominate the rest of the world, even as the dawn of the Children of Ilúvatar draws nigh.WATCH THE VIDEO» LINK audio of this episode was released 2 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R ARTWORK» LINK Chapter 3, we’ll learn:- How Melkor gathered great armies to himself- How The Valar Discovered The Elves- How War Was Waged Against Melkor For The Sake of The Elves- How Melkor Was taken captive to Valinor- How The Elves Were Summoned To Valinor- How The Various Groups of Elves Came To Be- The Names Of The Great Elf-L...	1:13:58	anhören
RINGS OF POWER » Teaser Reaction & Analysis » Break Down of First Teaser Trailer » Super Bowl Ad	16.02.2022 17:22	Good morning! We're breaking down the new teaser for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings Of Power.You can watch the video of this episode here » LINK was revealed during the Super Bowl last night. If you haven't seen it, you can watch it here » LINK share our initial reaction to seeing it during the game, and then break it down scene by scene.Topics include:- Rómenna of Númenor- Eärendil- Galadriel- Harfoots / Hobbits- Wizards?- Elrond- Durin IV- Gil-galad- Lindon- The Meneltarma- The Misty Mountains- Narnia / Mr. TumnusJoin us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	42:13	anhören
0279 » Of Aulë and Yavanna » The Silmarillion Chapter 2 » Dwarves, Ents, Eagles, and More!	14.02.2022 11:00	After the epic span of Chapter 1, which culminated in the creation of The Two Trees of Valinor and introduced the juxtaposing natures of Elves and Men, Chapter 2 is something of an interlude, though one of great consequence. In it, we learn about the creation of the Dwarves, and the mysterious origins of other important creatures as well. This episode was released 3 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons!We also get a “behind the scenes” glimpse into the creative relationships of certain Valar. The major events of Chapter 2 include: - Aulë’s creation of the Dwarves & Ilúvatar’s Intervention Therein- Yavanna Response to Aulë’s Secret Deeds- Yavanna’s Collaboration With Manwë for the Protection of Her Creations, OR How The Ents Came To Be WATCH THE VIDEO VERSION HERE » LINK PRODUCERS: John R, Kaitlyn of Tea with TolkienTHUMBNAIL ARTWORK» kuliszu » LINK OF THE WEEK: “For [the D...	49:49	anhören
REACTION: The Rings of Power » First Photos & Details » Galadriel, Elrond, Dwarves, Hobbits, etc	11.02.2022 22:01	Our reaction to the Vanity Fair article released on 2/10/2022.The best way to enjoy this BONUS episode is by watching it on YouTube: LINK "Amazon's Lord of the Rings Series Rises: Inside The Rings Of Power" » LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	49:21	anhören
0278 » Silmarillion 2022 » Ch 1: Of the Beginning of Days - Part 2	07.02.2022 11:00	Having established their home in Valinor of the Blessed Realm, the Valar begin a new work: the Two Trees of Valinor. What are the Two Trees and what is their significance for Middle-earth? Furthermore, how do they prepare the way for the coming of Elves and Men, and work against the dark designs of Melkor? Join us as we discuss the second half of The Silmarillion, Chapter 1: Of the Beginning of Days!This episode was released 2 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons! » LINK this episode » LINK Watch Part 1 here » LINK PRODUCERS: John R, Kaitlyn of Tea with TolkienQUOTE OF THE WEEK: “But the light that was spilled from the trees endured long, ere it was taken up into the airs or sank down into the earth; and the dews of Telperion and the rain that fell from Laurelin Varda hoarded in great vats like shining lakes, that were to all the land of the Valar as wells of water and o...	1:13:27	anhören
0277 » Silmarillion 2022 » Ch 1: Of the Beginning of Days - Part 1	31.01.2022 11:00	Chapter 1 picks up the story where “Ainulindalë” left off. The Valar have entered the world created by their music, only to find it essentially UNFORMED, and in need of their labor to achieve the shape they had envisioned. And, ultimately, to set the stage for the coming of the Children of Ilúvatar.EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: John R, Kaitlyn of Tea with TolkienQUOTE OF THE WEEK: “The dealing of the Ainur have indeed been mostly with the Elves, for Ilúvatar made them more like in nature to the Ainur, though less in might and stature; whereas to Men he gave strange gifts.” - The Silmarillion, Chapter 1CONTENTS:- Quote of the Week » 1:30- Synopsis » 5:00- The First War / Tulkas vs. Melkor » 8:10- The Two Lamps / The Spring of Arda » 17:05- Melkor Destroys The Two Lamps » 25:25- Arda Changed / The Blessed Realm / Valinor » 31:45HELPFUL LINKS:- buy The Silmarillion » LINK buy The Atlas of Middle-earth » LINK Timeline of Arda » LINK	47:28	anhören
0276 - Silmarillion, Ainulindalë, Valaquenta, and THE RINGS OF POWER! (Livestream Jan 2022)	28.01.2022 01:08	Our January 2022 livestream, featuring discussion of The Silmarillion, Ainulindalë, and...THE RINGS OF POWER!Also, watch our reaction video here » LINK a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:04:44	anhören
0275 » In The House of Tom Bombadil » C.R. Wiley Interview » New LOTR-Focused Book » Extended Discussion	24.01.2022 11:00	Who is Tom Bombadil? This is a topic we've covered several times on the Tolkien Road, but it's an undying enigma for Lord of the Rings fans, and we're always hungry for new insights into the mysterious nature of The Old Forest's Master. In episode 275, John discusses this topic with writer C.R. Wiley, whose new book IN THE HOUSE OF TOM BOMBADIL is receiving rave reviews for its treatment of the subject. Join us!WATCH THIS EPISODE » LINK PRODUCERS: John R, Kaitlyn of Tea with TolkienQUOTE OF THE WEEK: “Tom Bombadil is not an important person – to the narrative. I suppose he has some importance as a ‘comment’. I mean, I do not really write like that: he is just an invention (. . .), and he represents something that I feel important, though I would not be prepared to analyze the feeling precisely. I would not, however, have left him in, if he did not have some kind of function.” - Tolkien, 1954 (Letter 144)CONTENTS (timestamps coming soon, comment below...	57:55	anhören
0274 » Valaquenta » Silmarillion 2022 » Manwë, Ulmo, Aulë, Gandalf, and more!	17.01.2022 11:00	In episode 274, we explore Valaquenta, the pantheon of Middle-earth's gods! "Valaquenta" introduces us to the Valar, the Maiar, and the main Enemies of Middle-earth. We get to know a few about figures like Manwë, Varda, Ulmo, and Yavanna, and this really helps when you're diving into The Silmarillion. Join us!WATCH THIS EPISODE » LINK PRODUCERS: John R, Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “The cycles should be linked to a majestic whole, and yet leave scope for other minds and hands, wielding paint and music and drama. Absurd.” - Tolkien, 1951CONTENTS:- Quote of the Week » 3:54- Textual History of Valaquenta » 11:18- Valaquenta » What it means » 14:40- The Valar » 17:40- Manwë & Varda (Elbereth) »21:10- Melkor » 22:38- Ulmo » 31:00- Aulë & Yavanna » 32:17- Mandos & Vairë » 37:00- Lórien & Estë » 39:40- Nienna » 40:09- Tulkas & Nessa » 47:55- Oromë & Vána » 49:28- The Maiar » 51:20- Ilmarë » 51:56- Eönwë » 52:53- Ossë & Uinen...	1:11:07	anhören
0273 » Ainulindalë » Silmarillion 2022 » Music of the Ainur, Melkor, Ilúvatar	10.01.2022 11:00	In episode 273, we explore the Middle-earth Creation myth, "Ainulindalë", otherwise known as the Music of the Ainur. “Ainulindalë” is one of the most fascinating legends that Tolkien wrote, and it introduces key characters and themes into the legendarium. Furthermore, it sets the stage for everything that comes after, from the First Age to the Third (and beyond)! If this is your first time reading it, you’re in for a big treat! Join us as we discuss "Ainulindalë"!WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE ***THIS EPISODE WAS RELEASED 2 DAYS EARLY AND AD-FREE FOR OUR BELOVED PATRONS!*** » LINK PRODUCERS: John R, Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien QUOTE OF THE WEEK: "I don't believe in absolute evil, but I do believe in absolute good." - Tolkien, 1962 » LINK Quote of the Week » 2:45- Tolkien's Description of Ainulindalë from the Waldman Letter » 4:30- Characters & Setting » 7:20- The Framework of Ainulindalë...	1:06:04	anhören
0272 » Silmarillion 2022 » Introduction, Contents, Map, Waldman Letter	03.01.2022 11:00	Hey there, FELLOW TRAVELERS!So you want to read The Silmarillion, eh? If you have any interest in Middle-earth, it’s only natural. Especially for those who have completed The Lord of the Rings (no small feat in and of itself), it’s the most logical next step.In episode 272 of The Tolkien Road Podcast, we kick off our Silmarillion re-read that will span the better part of 2022. Over the next several months, we'll be going chapter-by-chapter through Tolkien's saga of Middle-earth First Age.If you're planning to watch LOTR on Prime, which premiers in September, this will be a great way to improve your knowledge of Middle-earth lore and history so that you can get the most out of that show.So what are you waiting for? Join us!WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: LINK EPISODE WAS RELEASED 2 DAYS EARLY AND IS AD-FREE WITH OUR BELOVED PATRONS! » LINK PRODUCERS: John R, Kaitlyn of Tea with TolkienCONTENTS: - Quote of the Week » N...	1:07:03	anhören
0271 » Carl Hostetter » LOTR on Prime, Peter Jackson's Films, Tolkien's Catholic Faith, and more!	27.12.2021 18:16	Hey there, fellow travelers!By far, the biggest thing to happen to Tolkiendom in 2021 was The Nature of Middle-earth, the latest collection of previously unpublished Tolkien writings. When we interviewed Carl Hostetter, the book's editor, back in August, we recorded a special bonus episode for our patrons, in which we got Carl's takes on topics including Peter Jackson's Middle-earth films, LOTR on Prime, Tolkien's Catholic Faith and the role it plays in Middle-earth, and controversy in the world of Tolkien Studies.Carl has made an incredible contribution to Tolkien's legacy with The Nature of Middle-earth as well as his other work in Tolkien studies and lore, and we should all be open to what he has to say on these important topics! Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Andrew T, John R, Ms. Anonymous, Kaitlyn of Tea With TolkienTOPICS:- Peter Jackson's Middle-earth films » 1:50- LOTR on Prime » 8:20- Tolkien Studies » 12:34- Tolkien & Religion » 18:10SPECIAL THANKS TO THESE PATRONS:- Andre...	26:16	anhören
0270 » Fly, You Fools! » LOTR on Prime, Silmarillion, Return of Haiku, Isildur, Gandalf, and more	20.12.2021 11:00	We did a LIVESTREAM! So this one will feel a little experimental - not our normal open, and lots of banter with the patrons who joined us! We had a lot of fun doing it, and it will certainly be the first of many to come. It was mostly a pilot for the WISDOM app, which we kinda struggled with...hence, the title of this episode.WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE » LINK EPISODE WAS RECORDED 4 DAYS EARLY AND AD-FREE WITH OUR BELOVED PATRONS!*** » LINK PRODUCERS: Andrew T, John R, Ms. Anonymous, Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien TOPICS INCLUDE:- LOTR on Prime- Silmarillion 2022- The Nature of Middle-earth- Haiku » Will It Return In 2022?- Isildur » Good Guy or Bad Guy?- Gandalf SPECIAL THANKS:- Andrew T- John R- Ms. Anonymous- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Redhawk- Shannon S- Brian O- Emilio P- Zeke F- James A- James L- Chris L- Chuck F- Asya V- Ish of the Hammer- Teresa C- David of Pints with Jack- Jonathan D- Eric S- Joey S- Eric B...	52:19	anhören
0269 » Tolkien‘s Lost Christmas Poem ”Noel”	13.12.2021 21:29	In 2013, Tolkien's lost poem "Noel" was discovered in the archives of an Oxfordshire school. With Christmas just around the corner, we take a close look at this 1936 poem, and discover the thematic seeds of Middle-earth's epic drama. Join us! WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE ***THIS EPISODE IS 3 DAYS EARLY AND AD-FREE FOR OUR BELOVED PATRONS!******LIVE DISCUSSION - DEC 16TH @ 7PM CT »»» LINK If you’ve ever wanted to engage with us LIVE, your opportunity is coming up! On Thursday, December 16th, at 7pm CT, we’ll be going live on the WISDOM app to discuss whatever Tolkien-related things you guys want to talk about! Just follow me on the Wisdom App via @johncarswell. » LINK are looking forward to talking with you, taking your questions, and we can’t wait to hear from you! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Andrew T, John R, Ms. Anonymous, Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien CONTENTS:- Background » 6:45- "Noel" reading » 15:00- Analysis » 16:50- Correspondence » 45...	1:02:35	anhören
0268 » The Goblin Wars!!!	13.12.2021 21:29	Have you ever heard of Tolkien's GOBLIN WARS? (HINT: you won't find them in the Middle-earth legendarium). These are the stories of Goblins invading the North Pole and stealing gifts intended for the children of England from Father Christmas' cellar. Join us as we explore how the "Other Fellowship" of Father Nicholas Christmas, the North Polar Bear, the Red Gnomes, and others join forces to save Christmas! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Andrew T, John R, Ms. Anonymous, Redhawk, Kaitlyn of Tea with TolkienWATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE » LINK EPISODE IS 2 DAYS EARLY AND AD-FREE FOR OUR BELOVED PATRONS!******LIVE DISCUSSION - DEC 16TH @ 7PM CT »»» LINK If you’ve ever wanted to engage with us LIVE, your opportunity is coming up! On Thursday, December 16th, at 7pm CT, we’ll be going live on the WISDOM app to discuss whatever Tolkien-related things you guys want to talk about! Just follow me on the Wisdom App via @johncarswell. » LINK	50:23	anhören
0267 » Letters from Father Christmas	13.12.2021 21:28	We take a look at Letters From Father Christmas, a collection of Christmas-themed illustrated letters that Tolkien wrote this children from 1920-1943.SPOILER: they're great!Join us!EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Andrew T, John R, Ms. Anonymous, Redhawk, Kaitlyn of Tea with TolkienWATCH THIS VIDEO ON YOUTUBE » LINK EPISODE WAS 2 DAYS EARLY AND AD-FREE FOR OUR BELOVED PATRONS!***CONTENTS:- Background » 7:20- Contents » 13:00- Characters » 21:48- Themes » 27:45 LINKS:- buy The Father Christmas Letters » LINK Lott's Bricks » LINK Snapdragons game » LINK SPECIAL THANKS:- Andrew T- John R- Ms. Anonymous- Redhawk- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Shannon S- Brian O- Emilio P- Zeke F- James A- James L- Chris L- Chuck F- Asya V- Ish of the Hammer- Teresa C- David of Pints with Jack- Jonathan D- Eric S- Joey S- Eric B- Johanna T- Mike M- Robert H- Paul D- Julia- WertyBecome a support...	55:53	anhören
0266 » Tolkien vs. Narnia!	13.12.2021 21:25	The conventional wisdom says that JRR Tolkien didn't much care for his buddy C.S. Lewis' Chronicles of Narnia.Is this true? If so, what was so off-putting about the stories from Tolkien's perspective?In episode 266, John is joined by Holly Ordway (author of Tolkien's Modern Reading) and David Bates (of Pints With Jack, the C.S. Lewis podcast) to explore these questions and more. Join us!Originally published on November 22, 2021.WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE » LINK PRODUCERS: Andrew T, John R, Ms. Anonymous, Redhawk, Kaitlyn of Tea with TolkienT-SHIRTS! Get your Tolkien Road T-Shirt now and take 10% Off! Just use the code ROAD at checkout.***THIS EPISODE IS 2 DAYS EARLY AND AD-FREE FOR OUR BELOVED PATRONS!***CONTENTS- Tolkien's View of Narnia » 2:30- WHY Did Tolkien Hold This View? » 10:45- Tolkien's View of Lewis' Space Trilogy » 16:45- Tolkien's View of His Earlier Works (Hobbit, Roverandom, etc) » 26:45- Narnia vs. The Wind in the Willows » 34:15- ...	53:38	anhören
0265 » Númenorean Living & The Nature of Middle-earth » Important LOTR on Prime Details!	13.12.2021 21:16	In episode 265, we're looking at life in Númenor, as spelled out in The Nature of Middle-earth!Originally published 2021-11-15 05:00.WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Andrew T, John R, Ms. Anonymous, Redhawk, Kaitlyn of Tea with TolkienT-SHIRTS! Get your Tolkien Road T-Shirt now and take 10% Off! Just use the code ROAD at checkout.***THIS EPISODE IS 2 DAYS EARLY AND AD-FREE FOR OUR BELOVED PATRONS!***CONTENTS- Númenorean Chieftains Were Beardless » 11:31- Long Life and Peace » 14:30- Weariness / Clinging to Life » 21:00- Númenorean Aging » 22:30- Númenorean Marriage » 32:30- Númenorean Values & Pride » 35:40- Correspondence » 41:45 LINKS- Ep 216 » The Bombadil Enigma » LINK THANKS:- Andrew T- John R- Ms. Anonymous- Redhawk- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien- Shannon S- Brian O- Emilio P- Zeke F- James A- James L- Chris L- Chuck F- Asya V- Ish of the Hammer- Teresa C- David of Pints with Jack- Jonathan D- Eric S- Joey S- Eric B- Johanna T- M...	1:09:44	anhören
0264 » Shocking Surprises from The Nature of Middle-earth » Gandalf, Hobbits, Eagles, Beards, more	08.11.2021 10:00	In episode 264, we discuss some truly surprising new details from The Nature of Middle-earth. Seriously mind-blowing stuff here, including Gandalf's appearance, the race of hobbits, Aragorn's beard, the nature of Eagles, and more!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:02:54	anhören
0263 » LOTR on Prime » The Most Important Question (Also, Our 2022 Plan!)	01.11.2021 09:00	At the end of the day, ONE thing matters more than anything else when it comes to LOTR on Prime...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	46:11	anhören
0262 » The Kings of Númenor » Unfinished Tales » The Line of Elros » LOTR on Prime » Ar-Pharazôn	25.10.2021 09:00	In this episode, we take a close look at "The Line of Elros: Kings of Númenor" from Unfinished Tales! It’s a brief and fascinating account of the 3000 year history of Númenor, and contains a lot that needs to be unpacked! Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:13:39	anhören
0261 » The Silmarillion » A Tale of Two Endings » Keith Mathison » Middle-earth Eschatology	18.10.2021 09:00	In episode 261, we're discussing Tolkien's ORIGINAL and far more detailed ending to The Silmarillion. We're delighted to be joined once again by Keith Mathison!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	54:23	anhören
0260 » The Fool's Hope » Of Gandalf and Pippin in Minas Tirith	11.10.2021 09:00	In episode 260, we discuss Gandalf's famous characterization of Frodo's quest: "a fool's hope". Why did he say that? Why is it significant he was saying that to Pippin? What is the broader significance of that line for the work and for Middle-earth (and our reality) in general?  Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	48:39	anhören
0259 » Carl Hostetter » The Nature of Middle-earth » Theological and Metaphysical Themes	04.10.2021 09:00	In episode 259, we sit down once again with Carl Hostetter, editor of the latest volume of JRR Tolkien's writings, The Nature of Middle-earth. We focus our attention on Appendix I: Metaphysical and Theological Themes.Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:19:04	anhören
0258 - Defeating Evil » A Middle-earth Guide	27.09.2021 09:00	So Lord of the Rings, according to Tolkien, is Catholic. SO WHAT??? On this episode, we explain why this matters, and what Tolkien was getting at...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	57:37	anhören
0257 - Guilty Pleasures » Athrabeth, Enya, Estel, The Shadow, Consolation, and more!	20.09.2021 09:00	In episode 257, we discuss Athrabeth, Enya, Estel, The Shadow, Consolation, and more! Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	47:06	anhören
0256 - The Nature of Middle-earth, The Wheel of Time, LOTRonPrime, LOTR film flaws, Verisimilitude, Elendil, etc	13.09.2021 09:00	In episode 256, we discuss The Nature of Middle-earth, The Wheel of Time, Robert Jordan / Carl Hostetter resemblance, LOTRonPrime theories, LOTR films criticisms, The Council of Elrond, and more!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:05:33	anhören
0255 - Lord of the Rings "Religious and Catholic" » What Did Tolkien Mean?	06.09.2021 09:00	Did Tolkien really say that the Lord of the Rings is “fundamentally religious and Catholic”? What did he mean by that? Join us as we explore the topic.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	50:17	anhören
0254 - Númenor's Religion (and Purpose)	30.08.2021 09:00	Why did Númenor exist? Was it simply to reward the Edain and their descendants? Or was there some greater purpose that impacted the rest of Arda, and perhaps even the Cosmos?In episode 254, we’re exploring the Religion of Númenor in order to better understand the purpose for Númenor’s existence.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:00:36	anhören
0253 - The Silmarillion: 3 Major Problems	23.08.2021 09:00	In early July, I published an 8 minute video on our YouTube channel titled The Silmarillion: 3 Big Problems (and How to Fix Them). For many Tolkien fans, even asserting that there are problems with a work like The Silmarillion might be considered borderline blasphemy. I might have even said the same thing several years ago! However, after our survey of Unfinished Tales and The History of Middle-earth, I’m convinced that Christopher Tolkien himself came to view The Silmarillion as a flawed work. In episode 253, Greta and I discuss these problems in depth. We also catch up on correspondence, with topics ranging from the Valar to the flame of Udun to feedback on our recent discussion with Carl Hostetter. EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Andrew T, John R, Ms. Anonymous WATCH THE VIDEO  CONTENTS  - What We're Criticizing » 4:43 - Fix #1: Better Maps » 11:13 - Fix #2: Narrative Style » 23:20 - Fix #3: Timetables » 28:56 - Mailbag » 33:35  LINKS  - VIDEO: "The Silmarillion - 3 Big Problems (an...	58:25	anhören
0252 - Birds of Middle-earth: Swans, Eagles, Crows, Thrushes - Interview with Ornithologist Jon Rice	16.08.2021 09:00	Eagles, swans, thrushes, crows, gulls . . .We discuss the massive and iconic role that birds play in Middle-earth, with ornithologist and Tolkien-fan Jonathan Rice!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:17:23	anhören
LOTR on Prime & the TWO TREES???	10.08.2021 09:00	By the stars of Elbereth!!! It’s the Two Trees of Valinor!!!On August 2nd, Amazon gave us a release date for LOTR on Prime plus the first official image for the show. And what an image it is!In this latest video, Greta and John break down the release date and the image and discuss what it all means.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	26:31	anhören
0251 - The Nature of Middle-earth: An Interview with Carl Hostetter	06.08.2021 09:00	An interview with Carl Hostetter, editor of the newest Tolkien book, The Nature of Middle-earth!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:00:56	anhören
The Music of the Ainur	02.08.2021 09:00	This week, we treat you to the first chapter of John's book, Tolkien's Overture: Concerning the Music of the Ainur. To listen to the whole thing, head on over to Audible. You can also get the audiobook by supporting us on Patreon! For other ways to read Tolkien's Overture (including signed paperback), visit TolkiensOverture.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	29:07	anhören
0250 - LOTR TV: Hobbits, Nudity, Silmarillion Rights, and more!	26.07.2021 09:00	A ton of big news about Amazon's LOTR on Prime dropped on Tuesday (7/20/2021). In Episode 250, we discuss all of it, where it came from, how accurate it might be, and what it all means!Topics include the Tolkien Estate, Tolkien experts, nudity, Silmarillion and Unfinished Tales rights, hobbits in the Second Age, and whole lot more!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	45:01	anhören
The Seed of Middle-earth (Limited Time)	19.07.2021 09:00	This week, we treat you to the first 2 chapters of John's book, Tolkien's Requiem: Concerning Beren and Lúthien! Enjoy!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	23:26	anhören
0249 - Akallabêth - 2021	12.07.2021 09:00	In episode 249, we re-visit "Akallabêth", Tolkien's beautiful account of the rise and fall of Númenor.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:21:55	anhören
0248 - Helm Hammerhand & The War of the Rohirrim	05.07.2021 09:00	On episode 248, we explore the legend of Helm Hammerhand and the War of the Rohirrim, which is the subject of a forthcoming film from New Line Cinema.  Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	52:49	anhören
0247 - The Good News of the Return of the King: An Interview with Michael Jahosky	28.06.2021 09:00	John interviews author Michael Jahosky on his book The Good News of the Return of the King. Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:14:41	anhören
0246 - The History of Middle-earth - Vol. 12: The Peoples of Middle-earth	21.06.2021 09:00	On episode 246, we complete our journey through The History of Middle-earth series as we survey volume 12, The Peoples of Middle-earth. Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	54:28	anhören
0245 - The History of Middle-earth - Vol. 11: The War of the Jewels	14.06.2021 09:00	On episode 245, we continue our journey through The History of Middle-earth series as we survey volume 11, The War of the Jewels. Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	58:13	anhören
0244 - The History of Middle-earth - Vol. 10: Morgoth's Ring	07.06.2021 09:00	On episode 244, we survey Morgoth's Ring, volume 10 in The History of Middle-earth series. Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:12:11	anhören
0243 - The History of Middle-earth - Vol. 9: Sauron Defeated - Pt 2	31.05.2021 10:00	On episode 243, we survey the second part of Sauron Defeated, volume 9 in The History of Middle-earth series. Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	39:25	anhören
0242 - The History of Middle-earth - Vol. 9: Sauron Defeated - Pt 1	24.05.2021 09:00	On episode 242, we survey the first part of Sauron Defeated, volume 9 in The History of Middle-earth series. Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	43:45	anhören
0241 - The History of Middle-earth - Vol. 8: The War of the Ring	17.05.2021 09:00	On episode 241, we survey The War of the Ring, volume 8 in The History of Middle-earth series. Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	53:25	anhören
0240 - The History of Middle-earth - Vol. 7: The Treason of Isengard	10.05.2021 09:00	On episode 240, we survey The Treason of Isengard, volume 7 in The History of Middle-earth series. Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	53:02	anhören
0239 - The History of Middle-earth - Vol. 6: The Return of the Shadow	03.05.2021 09:00	On episode 239, we survey The Return of the Shadow, volume 6 in The History of Middle-earth series. Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:03:16	anhören
0238 - The History of Middle-earth - Vol. 5: The Lost Road and Other Writings	26.04.2021 09:00	On episode 238, we survey The Lost Road and Other Writings, volume 5 in The History of Middle-earth series. Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	57:42	anhören
0237 - The History of Middle-earth - Vol. 4: The Shaping of Middle-earth	19.04.2021 09:00	On episode 237, we survey The Shaping of Middle-earth, volume 4 in The History of Middle-earth series. Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	44:00	anhören
0236 - The History of Middle-earth - Vol. 3: The Lays of Beleriand	12.04.2021 09:00	On episode 236, we survey The Lays of Beleriand, volume 3 in The History of Middle-earth series. Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	59:39	anhören
0235 - The History of Middle-earth - Vol. 2: The Book of Lost Tales II	29.03.2021 09:30	On episode 235, we are continuing our tour of The History of Middle-earth series as we survey The Book of Lost Tales II.The Book of Lost Tales II contains the earliest versions of legends including "Beren and Lúthien", "The Children of Húrin", "The Fall of Gondolin", "Eärendel", and "The Ruin of Doriath".Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:18:24	anhören
0234 - The History of Middle-earth - Vol. 1: The Book of Lost Tales I - Pt 3	22.03.2021 10:00	On episode 234, we continue our survey of The History of Middle-earth series, as we explore the last 6 chapters of the Book of Lost Tales I.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	59:05	anhören
0233 - The History of Middle-earth - Vol. 1: The Book of Lost Tales I - Pt 2	16.03.2021 09:00	On episode 233, we continue our survey of The History of Middle-earth series, as we explore the first 4 chapters of the Book of Lost Tales I.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:03:03	anhören
0232 - The History of Middle-earth - Vol. 1: The Book of Lost Tales I - Pt 1	09.03.2021 13:07	On episode 232, we commence our survey of The History of Middle-earth series, beginning with The Book of Lost Tales I.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	54:48	anhören
0231 - Unfinished Tales - Part 2	22.02.2021 10:00	On this episode, we are continuing our After The Silmarillion series by taking a look at the contents of Unfinished Tales.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	48:55	anhören
0230 - Unfinished Tales - Part 1	15.02.2021 10:00	ON THIS EPISODE, we embark on our journey through the post-Silmarillion landscape by taking a high-level look at Unfinished Tales.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:14:50	anhören
0229 - The Next Great Journey	08.02.2021 11:00	We discuss our journey for the foreseeable future, including our BIG PLAN with regard to tackling the remainder of Tolkien's Middle-earth works. Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	52:09	anhören
0228 - Tolkien's Modern Reading - Holly Ordway	01.02.2021 10:00	Concerning Tolkien's Modern Reading, the new book from Dr. Holly Ordway...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:23:24	anhören
0227 - Tea with Tolkien 2021	25.01.2021 10:00	We catch up with Kaitlyn Facista of Tea With Tolkien about Hobbit Parties, Silmarillion Book Clubs, Middle-earth lore, and a whole bunch more!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:10:14	anhören
0226 - The Life of JRR Tolkien - Part 4: 1950 - 1973	18.01.2021 10:00	Tolkien's life from the publication of Lord of the Rings to his death in 1973. Also, a bit about about Bombadil and the Blue Wizards!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:29:51	anhören
0225 - The Life of JRR Tolkien - Part 3: 1937 - 1949	11.01.2021 10:00	The publication of The Hobbit, composing Lord of the Rings, and feedback on the Project Northmoor Controversy.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:04:51	anhören
0224 - Tolkien & Middle-earth in 2021	04.01.2021 10:00	A look at what's coming for the podcast and Tolkien fandom in 2021, from LOTRonPrime to The Nature of Middle-earth and more!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	53:21	anhören
0223 - Lord of the Rings & Religion - Feedback	28.12.2020 10:00	We talk what you all had to say about our Lord of the Rings & Religion and Is Middle-earth Pagan episodes...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:14:35	anhören
0222 - Is Middle-earth Pagan?	21.12.2020 10:00	From the very beginning of its history, it is clear that Middle-earth is brimming with great spiritual powers. From the kingship of Manwë to the Elvish love of Elbereth, Tolkien constructs a world where god-like figures seem to govern its affairs. Was Tolkien promoting a pagan religious outlook? Does his construction of Middle-earth betray his Catholic faith? Join us, as we explore the relationship of Middle-earth and paganism. Please patronize The Tolkien Road: LINK For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. This episode is executive produced by Kaitlyn of Tea With Tolkien and Liis U. Special thanks to the following patrons: Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien Liis U Shannon S Brian O Emilio P Zeke F James A James L Chris L Chuck F Asya V Ish of the Hammer Teresa C David of Pints with Jack Jonathan D Eric S Joey S Eric B Matt L Johanna T Ms. Anonymou...	1:03:49	anhören
0221 - The Project Northmoor Controversy	14.12.2020 10:00	A deep dive into the ambitious Project Northmoor and The Tolkien Society's concerns in response to it...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	17:42	anhören
0220 - The Life of JRR Tolkien - Part 2: 1917 - 1936	07.12.2020 11:00	A look at Tolkien's adult life immediately following World War I....Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	53:35	anhören
0219 - The Life of JRR Tolkien - Part 1: 1892 - 1916	30.11.2020 11:00	A look at Tolkien's early life, from his birth in South Africa to his World War I experience...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	39:58	anhören
0218 - Lord of the Rings & Religion	23.11.2020 10:00	Concerning the influence of Tolkien's religious views on the works of Middle-earth...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	59:42	anhören
0217 - A Tolkien (& Lewis & Rowling) Tour!	16.11.2020 10:00	On this episode we are psyched to be discussing an upcoming Tolkien Tour of England and Scotland! We are joined by writer and tour leader Solomon Schmidt, who will tell us all about the Tolkien tour he has planned for the Summer of 2021! By the way, this is also a CS Lewis and JK Rowling tour, so if you are a Narnia and / or Harry Potter fan, you'll want to learn as much about this as you can! Please patronize the Tolkien Road: LINK For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. This episode is executive produced by Kaitlyn of Tea With Tolkien! Special thanks to the following patrons: Shannon S Brian O Emilio P Zeke F James A James L Chris L Chuck F Asya V Ish of the Hammer Teresa C David of Pints with Jack Jonathan D Eric S Joey S Eric B Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien Matt L Johanna T Ms. Anonymous Sam NBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	57:24	anhören
0216 - The Bombadil Enigma - An Interview with Keith Mathison	09.11.2020 10:00	Concerning the origin and meaning of Tom Bombadil...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:16:09	anhören
0215 - Unfinished Tales - The Disaster of the Gladden Fields - Pt 2	02.11.2020 10:00	The disaster of the Gladden Fields stands as a most notorious event in the history of Middle-earth: a conspiracy of bad fortune and lingering Sauronic malice. Yet what if, despite the doom of Isildur and his men, it can be rightly seen as the first great victory in the War of the Ring itself? Join us, as we explore The Disaster of the Gladden Fields. Please patronize the Tolkien Road: LINK For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. This episode is executive produced by Kaitlyn of Tea With Tolkien! Special thanks to the following patrons: Shannon S Brian O Emilio P Zeke F James A James L Chris L Chuck F Asya V Ish of the Hammer Teresa C David of Pints with Jack Jonathan D Eric S Joey S Eric B Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien Matt L Johanna T Todd G Ms. Anonymous Sam NBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:09:35	anhören
0214 - Unfinished Tales - The Disaster of the Gladden Fields - Pt 1	26.10.2020 09:00	Concerning Isildur's loss of the One Ring...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:04:26	anhören
0213 - LOTR on Prime - The Sexxxy Age???	19.10.2020 10:00	We're joined by Clifford Broadway of TheOneRing.net to discuss the recent "sexy scandal" surrounding LOTR on Prime...it's an epic convo, and you don't want to miss it!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:33:14	anhören
0212 - The Dawn of Númenor	12.10.2020 10:00	A close look at the founding of Númenor at the beginning of the Second Age...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:10:26	anhören
0211 - The White Trees of Gondor	05.10.2020 09:00	Concerning the White Trees of Gondor...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:21:51	anhören
0210 - LOTR - History of the Third Age - Pt 8: The Fate of the Fellowship	28.09.2020 10:00	Concerning the later years of Sam, Pippin, Merry, Aragorn, Gimli, and Legolas...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:03:34	anhören
0209 - LOTR - History of the Third Age - Pt 7: 2942 - 3017	21.09.2020 10:00	With Smaug vanquished, Erebor & Dale restored, and Dol Guldur abandoned, a new era of peace for Middle-earth seems to have arrived. However, loose ends abound, as Gollum begins his desperate search for the precious, and Sauron begins to execute his master plan to utterly destroy Gondor and unleash his cruel tyranny upon all of Middle-earth. Join us, as we continue our journey through the history of Middle-earth’s Third Age. Please patronize us: LINK For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Special thanks to the following patrons: Shannon S Brian O Emilio P Zeke F James A James L Chris L Chuck F Asya V Ish of the Hammer Teresa C David of Pints with Jack Jonathan D Eric S Joey S Eric B Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien Matt L Johanna T Todd GBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	57:25	anhören
0208 - LOTR - History of the Third Age - Pt 6: 2770 - 2941	14.09.2020 10:00	Concerning the key events of the years TA2770 - TA2941...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:02:24	anhören
0207 - LOTR - History of the Third Age - Pt 5: 2480 - 2770	07.09.2020 10:00	Concerning the years TA2480 - TA2770...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	55:01	anhören
0206 - LOTR - History of the Third Age - Pt 4: 1977 - 2480	31.08.2020 10:00	Concerning the years TA1977 - TA2480...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:13:21	anhören
0205 - LOTR - History of the Third Age - Part 3: 861 - 1976	24.08.2020 10:00	We explore the second millennium of the Third Age, from the division of Arnor to the return of the Shadow...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:10:57	anhören
0204 - LOTR - History of the Third Age - Part 2: SA3320 - TA861	17.08.2020 10:00	Our journey through the Third Age continues as we explore its first millennium and the early history of Gondor and Arnor...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	41:42	anhören
0203 - LOTR - History of the Third Age - Part 1: Three Millennia	10.08.2020 09:30	We begin an extended journey through the history of the Third Age...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	47:13	anhören
0202 - The Long Defeat feat. Conor Sweeney	03.08.2020 10:00	Concerning Tolkien's idea of the long defeat...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:14:05	anhören
Silmarillion Megaguide	20.07.2020 09:00	A megaguide to the Silmarillion...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	0:28	anhören
0201 - CS Lewis & Mythopoeia feat. David Bates	13.07.2020 10:00	Concerning CS Lewis, his friendship with Tolkien, and the poem "Mythopoeia"...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:31:27	anhören
0200 - What We've Learned from Tolkien (So Far)	06.07.2020 09:00	"What we've learned is that we haven't actually learned what we thought we learned..." - GRETABecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:35:34	anhören
0199 - Tolkien the Anarchist - Pt 2	22.06.2020 07:00	Tolkien's thoughts on Churchill, Stalin, America, Japan, the British Empire, the Roman Empire, and more!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	59:35	anhören
0198 - Tolkien the Anarchist - Pt 1	15.06.2020 09:00	A discussion of Tolkien's political ideology...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	49:07	anhören
0197 - 6 Spiritual Insights from Tolkien That Will Change Your Life	08.06.2020 10:00	A discussion of key spiritual insights from Tolkien...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	38:05	anhören
0196 - Tolkien vs the Nazis	01.06.2020 09:00	Concerning Tolkien's disdain for the Nazis and racialist ideology...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	56:50	anhören
0195 - The Future of Middle-earth - 2020 Edition	25.05.2020 07:00	It’s a fascinating time to be a fan of Middle-earth. As we wait in eager anticipation for the new Second Age TV series, the future of storytelling in Middle-earth seems wide open. Yet so much hangs in the balance! Will the show be a rousing success, everything we could want, or will it be a total flop? If it is successful, what does that mean for spinoffs and even future stories? Join us as we explore the future of Middle-earth! Please patronize us: LINK For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	52:47	anhören
0194 - The Hobbit - The Lost Chapters - Pt3 - The Broken Bridge	18.05.2020 09:00	Concerning Tolkien's unpublished 1960 revisions to Chapter 2 of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	53:38	anhören
0193 - The Hobbit - The Lost Chapters - Pt2 - A Well-Planned Party	11.05.2020 12:06	Concerning Tolkien's unpublished 1960 revisions to Chapter 1 of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	53:11	anhören
0192 - The Hobbit - The Lost Chapters - Pt1	04.05.2020 09:00	Concerning Tolkien's unfinished revision of The Hobbit from 1960...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	45:16	anhören
0191 - Unfinished Tales - The Quest of Erebor - Pt 2	27.04.2020 04:30	A discussion of the second part of "The Quest of Erebor" from Unfinished Tales.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:12:18	anhören
0190 - Unfinished Tales - The Quest of Erebor - Pt 1	20.04.2020 05:00	A discussion of the first part of "The Quest of Erebor" from Unfinished Tales.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	47:34	anhören
0189 - The Tolkienian Spirit in a Time of Crisis	21.03.2020 18:00	As fans of Tolkien, what part do we have to play in the Coronavirus pandemic crisis?Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	37:07	anhören
0188 - The Mariner's Mailbag	11.03.2020 09:00	It's mail time! We tackle a bunch of questions and comments from our amazing listeners!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	55:17	anhören
0187 - Unfinished Tales - Aldarion & Erendis - The Mariner's Wife - Pt 4 (Second Age Deep Dive)	24.02.2020 11:00	Aldarion & Erendis: The Mariner's Wife - Part Four. Join us as we continue to explore this little-known tale of Númenor!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	57:59	anhören
Lord of the Rings Card Game - Our Interview on the Card Talk Podcast	18.02.2020 20:04	Our guest appearance on the Card Talk Podcast, all about Lord of the Rings: The Card Game!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:39:49	anhören
0186 - Unfinished Tales - Aldarion & Erendis - The Mariner's Wife - Pt 3 (Second Age Deep Dive)	10.02.2020 11:00	Aldarion & Erendis: The Mariner's Wife - Part Three. Join us as we continue to explore this little-known tale of Númenor!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:16:59	anhören
0185 - Unfinished Tales - Aldarion & Erendis - The Mariner's Wife - Pt 2 (Second Age Deep Dive)	27.01.2020 11:30	"Aldarion & Erendis: The Mariner's Wife" - Part Two. Join us as we explore this little-known tale of Númenor!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	47:16	anhören
0184 - In Memoriam: Christopher Tolkien (1924 - 2020)	17.01.2020 16:38	Christopher Tolkien, youngest son of JRR Tolkien, passed away on January 15th, 2020. On this episode, we pay tribute to Christopher and the indispensable role he played in securing and expanding the literary legacy of his father. Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	49:15	anhören
0183 - Unfinished Tales - Aldarion & Erendis - The Mariner's Wife - Pt 1 (Second Age Deep Dive)	13.01.2020 13:38	"Aldarion & Erendis: The Mariner's Wife" - Part One. Join us as we explore this little-known tale of Númenor!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:08:58	anhören
0182 - Mathoms - 2020 Plans, Mailbag, and More!!!	06.01.2020 14:01	2020 plans, mailbag, LOTRonPrime News, and more!!!!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:08:03	anhören
0181 - A Long Expected Mailbag	16.12.2019 13:37	Our overdue mailbag episode, featuring discussions of all kinds of wonderful Tolkien miscellany...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:11:16	anhören
0180 - LOTR TV Second Age Deep Dive: Akallabêth Re-read Pt 4	11.11.2019 12:00	Akallabêth re-read concludes: Ar-Pharazôn attacks Valinor and Númenor is destroyed!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	48:01	anhören
0179 - LOTR TV Second Age Deep Dive: Akkalabêth Re-read Pt 3	30.10.2019 11:00	Akallabêth re-read continues: concerning Sauron's Númenorean Vacation!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	57:15	anhören
All Tales May Come True - Concerning Tolkien's Creative Mysticism	14.10.2019 17:03	What does Tolkien mean when he says "All Tales May Come True"?Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	7:22	anhören
0178 - LOTR TV Second Age Deep Dive: Akkalabêth Re-read Pt 2	07.10.2019 10:00	"Akallabêth" re-read continues: the return of Sauron and the rise of Ar-Pharazôn!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	39:34	anhören
0177 - LOTR TV Second Age Deep Dive: Akkalabêth Re-read Pt 1	30.09.2019 10:00	Second Age Deep Dive continues - re-reading Akallabêth!!!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	53:44	anhören
0176 - LOTR TV Second Age Deep Dive: Key Themes of the Second Age	23.09.2019 10:00	Our Second Age Deep Dive continues! This time we examine the key themes of the Second Age using Tolkien's 1951 letter to publisher Milton Waldman.  If you like The Tolkien Road, you can support us for only $1 per episode via Patreon! For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	58:10	anhören
0175 - September 2019 Mailbag	16.09.2019 10:00	Our first monthly mailbag in the hizzouse!!!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	46:25	anhören
0174 - LOTR TV / Second Age Deep Dive - A Description of Númenor	09.09.2019 10:30	An exploration of Númenor's geography and culture, as found in Unfinished Tales!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	50:11	anhören
0173 - LOTR TV Second Age Deep Dive - The Tale of Years Pt2	02.09.2019 10:00	We continue our Second Age Deep Dive with the Tale of Years Pt 2 from LOTR Appendix B.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	56:44	anhören
0172 - LOTR TV / Second Age Deep Dive - The Tale of Years Pt1	26.08.2019 10:00	Second Age Deep Dive Part 1! An examination of the LOTR Appendix B timeline.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	49:28	anhören
0171 - Tolkien on the Meaning of Life (Letter 310)	19.08.2019 13:47	We discuss Tolkien's surprising insights on the meaning of life, as found in a 1969 letter.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	50:59	anhören
0170 - Lord of the Rings TV: The Creative Team	12.08.2019 11:00	We discuss the recent Creative Team announcement from the Amazon LOTR TV show!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:09:51	anhören
0169 - Concerning The Hobbit (Animated Film)	05.08.2019 11:00	On this episode, we discuss the animated Hobbit film from 1977. Enjoy!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:06:44	anhören
0168 - Concerning Peter Jackson's "The Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies"	29.07.2019 10:00	On this episode, we discuss the final film in Peter Jackson's Hobbit trilogy, The Battle of the Five Armies!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:15:41	anhören
0167 - The Hobbit - Ch19 - The Last Stage	22.07.2019 10:00	Concerning "The Last Stage", the 19th and final chapter of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	47:16	anhören
0166 - The Hobbit - Ch18 - The Return Journey	15.07.2019 13:32	Concerning "The Return Journey", the 18th chapter of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	41:58	anhören
0165 - The Hobbit - Ch17 - The Clouds Burst	08.07.2019 13:53	Concerning "The Clouds Burst", the 17th chapter of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	59:29	anhören
0164 -The Hobbit - Ch16 - A Thief in the Night	01.07.2019 11:37	Concerning "A Thief in the Night", the 16th chapter of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	59:06	anhören
0163 - The Hobbit - Ch15 - The Gathering of the Clouds	24.06.2019 13:06	Concerning "The Gathering of the Clouds", the 15th chapter of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:05:42	anhören
0162 - The Hobbit - Ch14 - Fire and Water	17.06.2019 12:45	Concerning "Fire and Water", the 14th chapter of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:08:53	anhören
0161 - The Hobbit - Ch13 - Not At Home	13.06.2019 12:55	Concerning "Not at Home", the 13th chapter of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	57:56	anhören
0160 - Concerning TOLKIEN (the film)	06.06.2019 01:31	A discussion of the recent Tolkien biopic...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:12:27	anhören
0159 - Concerning Peter Jackson's "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug"	31.05.2019 14:21	Concerning Peter Jackson’s “The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug”… If you like The Tolkien Road, you can support us for only $1 per episode via Patreon! Topics discussed (film discussion starts at 21:00)... Beorn Mirkwood / Spiders Woodelves / Barrels / Battle Laketown / Bard / The Master Finding the Door Smaug The Battle with Smaug Dol Guldur subplot Tauriel / Kili subplot Also, listener Sharon B. joins us all the way from Australia, and tells us all about what it's like to visit the Shire in New Zealand, her collection of Tolkien stuff, and shares her vast knowledge of the films! For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:38:47	anhören
0158 - The Hobbit - Ch12 - Inside Information	28.05.2019 12:30	Concerning "Inside Information", from a stealthy scout to a seething serpent... If you like The Tolkien Road, you can support us for only $1 per episode via Patreon! Topics discussed (chapter discussion begins at 11:00)... Bilbo Still Proving Himself Smaug - Description Bilbo Scouts / Steals Cup Smaug's Fury Bilbo & Smaug Smaug's weakness Bilbo / Dwarf discussion / The Thrush Smaug attacks Lake Town Haiku Time For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:27:58	anhören
0157 - The Hobbit - Ch11 - On the Doorstep	13.05.2019 17:26	Concerning "On the Doorstep", from mountain mists to enchanted entrances... If you like The Tolkien Road, you can support us for only $1 per episode via Patreon! Topics discussed (chapter discussion begins at 6:30)... Sorry for the absence First By Boat, Then By Land Halfway Help The Front Gate Doorstep, but no door The Thrush and the Door Haiku Time For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	47:44	anhören
0156 - The Hobbit - Ch10 - A Warm Welcome	01.04.2019 01:23	Concerning "A Warm Welcome", from apple aversions to royal returns... If you like The Tolkien Road, you can support us for only $1 per episode via Patreon! Topics discussed... @LOTRonPrime Update (Amazon TV Show) Bilbo's 51st Birthday! The Long Lake and the Lonely Mountain The Wain? The Greater Town??? Laketown The Return of the Mountain-King Recovering the Dwarves Gammers??? The Master Setting off for the Lonely Mountain For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	57:25	anhören
0155 - The Hobbit - Ch09 - Barrels Out of Bond	18.03.2019 01:25	Concerning "Barrels Out of Bond", from Elvish ensnarement to Bilbo's boldness... Book discussion begins at 15:55 in the episode. Topics discussed... The Wood-Elves Bilbo's use of the Ring The Elvenking's palace Mr. Baggins, alone and unaided... Bilbo and Beren Wine solves all problems Dorwinion - where is it? Barrels or nothing new Tolkien (the film) trailer For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com. If you like The Tolkien Road, you can support us for only $1 per episode via Patreon!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:14:06	anhören
LOTR on Amazon = Numenor and the Second Age!!!	09.03.2019 22:42	On this special episode of The Tolkien Road, we discuss the big news from the @LOTRonPrime Twitter account this past week, and what it means for the future of the show. You can watch the video of this show on our Facebook page: LINK Here's the LOTR on Prime map: LINK For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com. ***You can support The Tolkien Road for just $1 per episode by visiting Patreon.com/TolkienRoad. Your financial support is huge and helps us reach our goal of creating weekly (or more frequent) episodes!***Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	16:10	anhören
0154 - The Hobbit - Ch08 - Flies and Spiders	04.03.2019 14:50	Concerning "Flies and Spiders", Chapter 8 of The Hobbit!Ugggg...giant spiders. And more digs at Bombur (poor Bombur). Plus a new segment! Lord of the Rings on Prime on Twitter on the Tolkien Road. Or LOT-Ron-Prime!!!So much more fantastical awesomeness on this ep. Checkest it outest!!!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:06:05	anhören
0153 - The Hobbit - Ch07 - Queer Lodgings	18.02.2019 01:18	Concerning "Queer Lodgings", from Beorn's manor to the borders of Mirkwood... Topics discussed... We try out some new theme songs! What do y'all think? - 1:00 You gotta support the things you love! Support the show financially if you are able! - 7:45 Beorn is the Tom Bombadil of The Hobbit. - 14:50 Proof that Tolkien loved haiku. - 18:00 Eyrie vs Eyrie - 20:40 Carrock & Beorn's Home - 24:50 Visiting Beorn. 2 x 2 introductions of Gandalf, Bilbo, and the dwarves. Bombur insult sandwich. - 33:00 The Wind Was on the Withered Heath - 43:40 Parting ways with Gandalf at the edge of Mirkwood - DON'T LEAVE THE PATH! - 53:20 Haiku is back! - 58:00 We watch the first trailer for Tolkien and offer our thoughts. - 1:01:00 LOTR on Prime has a Twitter account! What do we learn from their first few posts? - 1:05:30 You should check out Tea with Tolkien, the new podcast from our friend and long-time Tolkien Road supporter Kaitlyn Facista! - 1:11:15 Catching up on correspondence - 1:14:10 For more on...	1:19:43	anhören
0152 - Is there a future for The Tolkien Road?	04.02.2019 16:19	The Tolkien Road has now been on the air for 4 years, and it's time for us to be completely transparent with you all as we face some hard truths...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	33:13	anhören
0151 - Concerning Gollum	28.01.2019 18:22	On this episode, we consider everyone's favorite strangely lovable wretch, Gollum (aka Smeagol), and specifically, the nature of the tragedies that surrounds his life.  For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	42:34	anhören
0150 - Concerning Peter Jackson's "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey"	25.11.2018 23:42	Concerning Peter Jackson's "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey"...we discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of Jackson's first Hobbit film. Topics include Guillermo del Toro (the original director), the philosophy of literary adaptation, the dwarf songs, the Erebor prologue, the Trolls, Azog, Radagast, Stone Giants, Gollum, Martin Freeman, and so much more!!! For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Also, be sure to check out John's new online resource for all things Tolkien (especially The Silmarillion): SilmGuide.com!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	59:49	anhören
0149 - The Hobbit - Ch06 - Out of the Frying-Pan Into the Fire	19.11.2018 13:46	Concerning "Out of the Frying-Pan Into the Fire", from fir-tree firebombs to eagle-eyed escapes... Catching Up With the Gang - 3:00 The Landslide - 14:30 Wargs! - 19:00 Eagles! - 28:00 Bilbo's Dream - 37:00 Haiku - 41:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	47:55	anhören
0148 - The Hobbit - Ch05 - Riddles in the Dark	12.11.2018 13:16	Concerning "Riddles in the Dark", from random rings to perilous pity... Bilbo Wakes Up - 2:00 Old Gollum - 8:30 The Riddle Game - 28:00 Bilbo's Escape - 47:00 Haiku - 57:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:02:39	anhören
0147 - The Hobbit - Ch04 - Over Hill and Under Hill	05.11.2018 23:14	Concerning "Over Hill and Under Hill", from giants and Goblins to Bilbo bonked... Intro - 2:00 Terrains! - 5:00 The Stone Giants - 14:00 Goblins - 21:00 Goblin Songs & Mimesis - 32:00 Goblin Culture - 43:00 The Chase - 45:00 Haiku Time - 52:30 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	56:01	anhören
John's Interview on Tolkien with Catholic Studies Academy	30.10.2018 17:47	I was recently interviewed by Dr. Ben Smith of Catholic Studies Academy on "Philosophical and Theological Themes in Tolkien". It was a great discussion!  You can listen to the episode here. Better yet, you can subscribe to the Catholic Studies Academy podcast on your preferred app. Enjoy!!!	Unbekannt	anhören
0146 - The Hobbit - Ch03 - A Short Rest	30.10.2018 12:49	Concerning "A Short Rest", from over-merry elves to a fortnight with Elrond... Intro - 2:00 The Problem of the Annoying Elves - 7:00 Elrond & the Last Homely House - 16:00 Haiku Time - 26:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	30:39	anhören
0145 - The Hobbit - Ch02 - Roast Mutton	22.10.2018 17:40	Concerning “Roast Mutton”, from bumbling burglary to trolling Trolls... Bilbo Catches Up - 2:00 Landscapes & Verisimilitude - 19:00 Trolls! - 22:00 Looting the Looters - 36:00 Haiku Time - 41:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	46:14	anhören
0144 - The Hobbit - Ch01 - An Unexpected Party	16.10.2018 17:50	Concerning "An Unexpected Party", from Gandalf's gamble to Dwarvish designs...  We're Back! - 1:00 First Time I Read The Hobbit - 6:30 "In a Hole in the Ground..." - 11:00 Bilbo & Gandalf - 18:30 The Dwarves - 31:30 "Far Over the Misty Mountains Cold" - 46:00 Haiku Time - 1:01:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:05:00	anhören
The Hobbit - Journey to the Misty Mountains	10.08.2018 16:43	Hey there fellow travelers! John here to let you know that it's time to get on the road again! Beginning in September, we will begin our journey through The Hobbit. This 8 episode podcast series will include in-depth, chapter-by-chapter discussions of the first 6 chapters of Tolkien's 1937 fantasy classic, and conclude with a discussion of Peter Jackson's film The Hobbit - An Unexpected Journey. We'll also take a special look at the character Gollum, and consider his overall significance to the stories of Middle-earth. However, we need your help to make this season as great as it can posssibly be! While we've produced over 140 hours of discussion about Tolkien's works over the last several years, when you add in all of the time preparing and producing the episodes, it actually adds up to quite a bit more. We want to make this series as great as possible, and every dollar you send our way is more wind in our sails! And if we can double our target, we'll produce 2 extra episodes along...	1:34	anhören
0143 - Concerning Peter Jackson's "Return of the King"	28.05.2018 17:08	Concerning Peter Jackson's cinematic adaptation of "Return of the King", from mucky mouths to western ways... For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:39:41	anhören
0142 - The Lord of the Rings - The Epilogue	22.04.2018 23:28	Concerning The Lord of the Rings’ Epilogue, from Sam’s stories to the sigh of the sea… Why Wasn't It Included? - 4:00 Version 1 - 18:00 Version 2 - 33:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	48:56	anhören
0141 - The Lord of the Rings - Concerning Dwarves (Appendix A.III)	14.04.2018 22:37	Concerning the Dwarves, from Durin’s dawn to Gimli’s glory... Durin the Deathless Erebor, the Arkenstone, and Smaug Thror, Thrain, and the Last Dwarf Ring Azog & the Battle of Azanulbizar Thrain & the Ring Thorin Meets Gandalf Dís, Dwarf-woman Gimli For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	49:48	anhören
0140 - The Passion of Frodo (Letter 246)	24.03.2018 18:30	For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:02:37	anhören
0139 - The Lord of the Rings - Concerning Rohan (Appendix A.II)	17.03.2018 22:24	Concerning Rohan, from Eorl’s oath to Eomer’s ascension... Origins of the Rohirrim / Eorl’s Triumph - 3:00 Eorl, Horsetamer / Felaróf - 11:30 Helm Hammerhand vs. the Dunlendings - 17:45 Saruman’s Dawn - 29:30 Théoden & Eómer - 34:00 Correspondence - 38:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	45:26	anhören
0138 - The Lord of the Rings - Concerning Aragorn and Arwen (Appendix A.I.v)	03.03.2018 23:37	Concerning the Tale of Aragorn and Arwen, from Arador and Arathorn to Elessar and the Evenstar... Tolkien's Overture - Coming Soon! - 3:00 Background (Arathorn, Aragorn, & Arnor) - 7:00 Arwen, Gilraen, Elrond - 12:00 Aragorn in the wilderness - 24:00 Arwen & Aragorn pledge their troth - 29:00 Aragorn's death - 46:00 Arwen's death - 53:00 Correspondence - 59:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:04:57	anhören
0137 - The Lord of the Rings - The Appendices - An Overview	24.02.2018 18:29	Concerning the Appendices of The Lord of the Rings, from the Annals of Anadûnê to the lineage of the Zaragambas... Appendix A - Annals of the Kings and Rulers - 9:00 Appendix B - The Tale of Years - 17:30 Appendix C - Family Trees - 25:00 Appendix D - The Shire Calendar - 32:00 Appendix E - The Pronunciation of Words and Names - 33:00 Appendix F - The Languages and Peoples of the Third Age - 35:30 Correspondence - 38:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	55:00	anhören
0136 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk6 - Ch9 - The Grey Havens	07.02.2018 14:33	Concerning “The Grey Havens”, from sowing seeds to sails of sorrow...  Restoring the Shire - 1:30 Galadriel’s Gift - 6:30 Frodo’s Wounds - 12:00 The Red Book - 18:30 "Saved, but not for me…" - 29:00 "Well, I’m back…" - 53:00 Haiku / Correspondence - 1:00:30 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.  Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:13:21	anhören
0135 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk6 - Ch8 - The Scouring of the Shire	29.01.2018 16:58	Concerning “The Scouring of the Shire”, from surly Shiriffs to snarky Sharkey...  At the Gate - 2:00 The Shiriffs - 16:45 Shock in Bywater - 25:00 Farmer Cotton’s Ambush - 34:00 Sharkey and Pimple? - 37:30 The Battle of Bywater - 45:30 Hobbiton / Ted Sandyman - 50:00 Saruman - 52:30 Haiku / Correspondence - 1:11:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:21:55	anhören
0134 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk6 - Ch7 - Homeward Bound	13.01.2018 17:52	Concerning “Homeward Bound”, from banter with Butterbur to goodbyes for Gandalf...  The 6th of October / Passing Weathertop - 7:20 The State of Bree / A Chat with Butterbur - 17:00 Goodbye to Gandalf - 33:30 Haiku / Correspondence - 38:50 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	52:13	anhören
0133 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk6 - Ch6 - Many Partings	06.01.2018 19:59	Concerning “Many Partings”, from Théoden’s burial to Bilbo’s twilight...  Frodo Begs Leave - 2:30 Théoden’s Burial - 6:00 A Chat with Treebeard - 16:00 Catching Up with Saruman - 30:00 Rivendell & Bilbo - 40:00 Haiku / Correspondence - 51:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	57:37	anhören
0132 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk6 - Ch5 - The Steward and the King	30.12.2017 19:09	Concerning “The Steward and the King”, from Éowyn’s angst to Elessar’s ascension... Éowyn & Faramir - 9:00 The Coronation - 53:00 Beregond & Éomer - 59:00 Nimloth’s Sapling - 1:04:00 Haiku / Correspondence - 1:08:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:13:30	anhören
0131 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk6 - Ch4 - The Field of Cormallen	02.12.2017 20:04	Concerning “The Field of Cormallen”, from eagles’ wings to minstrels’ songs... The Eagles Are Coming! - 2:30 Rescuing Frodo & Sam - 12:00 “Is everything sad going to come untrue?” - 17:30 Long live the Halflings - 28:00 The Fellowship Reunited - 41:00 Legolas’ sea song - 44:00 Haiku / Correspondence - 51:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	54:37	anhören
0130 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk6 - Ch3 - Mount Doom	25.11.2017 18:06	Concerning “Mount Doom”, from last legs to the end of all things... LOTR Amazon TV - Coming in 2020? - 2:00 The Long and Winding Path to Mt. Doom - 20:00 Sauron’s Folly - 29:00 Climbing Mount Doom - 39:00 Gollum’s Return - 52:00 The Crack of Doom - 1:00:00 The End of All Things - 1:12:00 Haiku / Correspondence - 1:25:30 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:38:32	anhören
0129 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk6 - Ch2 - The Land of Shadow	18.11.2017 18:46	Concerning “The Land of Shadow”, from the Morgai march to Sam’s star... What a Week! - Amazon, LOTR, Christopher, etc - 1:30 The Lay of the Land - 19:00 The Escape from Cirith Ungol - 23:30 Hope Out of the West - 29:00 Along the Morgai - 33:30 A Small and Passing Thing… - 40:00 Mordor Up Close - 53:00 Orc Fight - 58:30 The Turn East 1:03:00 Haiku / Correspondence - 1:05:30 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:02:06	anhören
Amazon Announces a LOTR Prequel TV Series! What We Know...	14.11.2017 18:29	BOOM! Tolkien fans got big news yesterday with the official announcement from Amazon that they will be producing a "LOTR Prequel" TV series with the blessing of The Tolkien Estate and Trust. On this special episode, Greta and I discuss the details of the announcement, including what we know and what we don't know, and talk about what this series might entail. For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	19:29	anhören
0128 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk6 - Ch1 - The Tower of Cirith Ungol	13.11.2017 19:32	Concerning “The Tower of Cirith Ungol”, from finding Frodo to offing Orcs... Sam Outside the Gates - 6:30 The Landscape of Mordor - 15:00 Sam & the Ring - 24:00 The Two Watchers - 28:00 Sam the Elf-Warrior - 35:30 Shagrat vs. Snaga - 40:30 Sam Sings - 45:30 Frodo awakens - 51:00 Haiku / Correspondence - 1:02:30 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:13:27	anhören
0127 - The Future of Middle-earth - Part 2	04.11.2017 17:17	WE'RE BACK!!! Sorry for the delay... We pick up where we left off in Episode 125 with a discussion of the BREAKING NEWS that the Tolkien Estate is apparently in talks with Amazon (and perhaps other studios) about a Middle-earth TV show. SAY WHAT!?!? We are not kidding... After catching our breaths, we dive into the feedback from you all on where you'd like to see the future of Middle-earth go. It's good to be back, and thanks for your patience! We'll pick up with LOTR on episode 128. For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.  Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	53:39	anhören
0126 - Tolkien, Miracles, and the Way Things Really Work	09.10.2017 13:12	What was Tolkien's view on miraculous events? What did he believe about the supernatural realm of our own reality?On this episode, we explore Tolkien's Letter 89, written to his son Christopher during World War II. It's a letter that reveals Tolkien's deepest beliefs about reality and the way it truly operates. From guardian angels to the miracles of Lourdes to an uncanny experience of St. Joseph, this is a letter that will help you understand Tolkien on a far deeper level than you have before.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:20:08	anhören
0125 - The Future of Middle-earth - Part 1	02.10.2017 13:01	What is the future of our beloved Middle-earth? This is a huge and timely question, and we need your help to explore it!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	43:03	anhören
0124 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk5 - Ch10 - The Black Gate Opens	25.09.2017 13:04	Concerning “The Black Gate Opens”, from Elessar’s return to Sauron’s trap... The March to Mordor - 5:00 The Daunted - 18:30 The Black Gate - 27:00 The Mouth of Sauron - 31:00 The Trap Is Sprung - 45:00 Haiku / Correspondence - 49:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:06:28	anhören
0123 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk5 - Ch9 - The Last Debate	18.09.2017 01:18	Concerning “The Last Debate", from Legolas’ longing to baiting Barad-dûr... Legolas and Gimli - 3:00 The White Gulls Crying - 5:45 Beyond the Paths of the Dead - 18:00 Baiting Suaron - 27:00 The 7000 - 39:00 Haiku / Correspondence - 43:30 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	55:35	anhören
0122 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk5 - Ch8 - The Houses of Healing	11.09.2017 01:44	Concerning "The Houses of Healing", from Merry's malaise to Aragorn's alchemy... The Aftermath - 4:00 In The Houses of Healing - 10:00 The King’s Delay - 16:00 Athelas - 27:00 Faramir Awakens - 31:00 Éowyn’s Emptiness - 36:30 Merry Healed & The King Is Come Again - 41:00 Haiku / Correspondence - 45:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:06:19	anhören
0121 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk5 - Ch7 - The Pyre of Denethor	04.09.2017 17:22	Concerning “The Pyre of Denethor", from Beregond’s bravery to Denethor’s despair... Backtracking a bit… - 4:00 Denethor’s Madness - 11:00 Heathen? - 19:00 Denethor's Palantír - 26:00 A New Hope - 39:00 Haiku / Correspondence - 42:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	56:04	anhören
0120 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk5 - Ch6 - The Battle of the Pelennor Fields	28.08.2017 13:09	Concerning "The Battle of the Pelennor Fields", from Éowyn’s valor to Aragorn’s victory... The Battle is Joined! - 9:00 Théoden Falls / Éowyn Rises - 16:00 The Battle Continues - 32:00 Hope from the South! - 42:00 The Toll of the Fallen - 51:00 Haiku / Correspondence - 1:01:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:25:51	anhören
0119 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk5 - Ch5 - The Ride of the Rohirrim	21.08.2017 13:34	Concerning “The Ride of the Rohirrim”, from distant drums to righteous riders... Distant drums - The Woses - 4:00 Ghân-buri-Ghân - 11:00 “Now is the hour come!” - 30:00 Haiku / Correspondence - 44:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:05:36	anhören
0118 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk5 - Ch4 - The Siege of Gondor	14.08.2017 13:01	Concerning "The Siege of Gondor", from the flight of Faramir to Grond at the gate… Pippin, Prince of Halflings - 5:30 Gandalf vs. the Nazgûl - 9:00 Faramir’s Return - 14:30 Calculating Hope - 26:00 Osgiliath Overrun - 30:00 The Siege Begins - 36:00 Denethor’s Despair - 39:30 Mordor’s Assault - 51:00 Haiku & Correspondence - 58:30 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:16:30	anhören
0117 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk5 - Ch3 - The Muster of Rohan	07.08.2017 01:21	Concerning "The Muster of Rohan", from arcane artifacts to an urgent summons... Merry’s Weariness - 15:00 White Rider, Black Rider - 21:00 The Púkel-men & the Firienfeld - 30:00 Legends of the Paths of the Dead - 37:30 The Red Arrow - 47:00 "From dark Dunharrow in the dim morning…" - 57:00 Haiku & Correspondence - 1:02:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:26:06	anhören
0116 - Poetry in The Lord of the Rings	31.07.2017 14:01	On this episode, we’d like to introduce you to some of the bonus content that we’ve been creating over on our Patreon site. Greta and I have been going through the various poems contained in The Lord of the Rings and having a focused discussion on them. These mini-episodes are normally only available to paying patrons, but we thought you guys might enjoy them. We discuss "The Road Goes Ever On", "Farewell We Call to Hearth and Hall", and "O Wanderers in the Shadowed Land". We hope you enjoy, and don't forget to head over to Patreon.com/TolkienRoad to see what else we have in store among our 30+ videos.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	35:15	anhören
0115 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk5 - Ch2 - The Passing of the Grey Company	22.07.2017 17:15	Concerning “The Passing of the Grey Company”, from Éowyn's entreaties to the oathbreakers' obligations... From Isengard, the Road Goes On... - 8:00 Halbarad, Elrohir, and Elladan - 14:00 Merry and Théoden - 22:30 3 Days to the Muster! - 27:00 Aragorn & Sauron - 32:00 The Prophecy of Malbeth, Seer of Fornost - 48:00 Éowyn & Aragorn - 53:00 The Paths of the Dead / Morthond Vale - 1:10:00 Aragorn & the Oathbreakers - 1:15:00 Haiku & Correspondence - 1:17:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:26:14	anhören
0114 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk5 - Ch1 - Minas Tirith	17.07.2017 13:00	Concerning "Minas Tirith", from Pelennor Principalities to Pippin's Pledge... The Amazing Minas Tirith - 8:00 The Beacons Are Lit - 16:00 The Pelennor Fields / The Peoples of Gondor - 20:00 The Shape of Minas Tirith - 29:30 Denethor, Steward of Gondor - 37:00 Beregond - 56:00 The Gathering Darkness - 1:05:00 Haiku / Correspondence - 1:10:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad. Finally, please send correspondence to TolkienRoadPodcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:29:36	anhören
0113 - Tea With Tolkien: An Interview with Kaitlyn Facista	10.07.2017 02:09	Concerning Tea With Tolkien, from hobbitish hearts to travelogues for Tolkienites... On this episode we interview superfan Kaitlyn Facista of TeaWithTolkien.com about the various ways in which she is building community amongst Tolkienites. For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:07:09	anhören
0112 - Concerning Peter Jackson's "The Two Towers"	03.07.2017 00:42	Concerning Peter Jackson’s cinematic version of The Two Towers, from Faramir’s faults to Osgiliath offerings... The Good - 13:00 The Bad - 48:45 The Ents - 1:25:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	2:09:39	anhören
0111 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk4 - Ch10 - The Choices of Master Samwise	12.06.2017 13:36	Concerning "The Choices of Master Samwise", from Sam’s onslaught to Shagrat’s orders... Sam vs. Shelob - 8:00 A Elbereth Gilthoniel - 15:30 Sam's Choices - 26:30 Shagrat and Gorbag - 34:00 Haiku / Correspondence - 50:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:17:50	anhören
0110 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk4 - Ch9 - Shelob's Lair	05.06.2017 14:28	Concerning “Shelob’s Lair”, from a stifling stench to a salvific starlight… The Lair - 10:00 The Phial - 16:30 The Hobbits Escape - 28:00 Shelob's Story - 34:00 Sam vs. Gollum - 43:30 Haiku / Correspondence - 47:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:03:22	anhören
0109 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk4 - Ch8 - The Stairs of Cirith Ungol	25.05.2017 17:35	Concerning “The Stairs of Cirith Ungol”, from Morgul’s march to hellish hues… Minas Morgul - 19:00 The Stairs - 37:00 Of Beren, Of Frodo, of Samwise - 44:00 Smeagol's Scheme - 1:03:30 Haiku / Correspondence - 1:09:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:18:24	anhören
0108 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk4 - Ch7 - Journey to the Cross-Roads	16.05.2017 17:59	Concerning “Journey to the Cross-Roads”, from Faramir’s farewell to a conquered king’s crown... Farewell to Faramir - 3:00 Landscapes - 10:00 Sam’s Dream - 17:00 At the Cross-roads / The king of Argonath - 21:00 Haiku Time / Correspondence - 24:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	47:06	anhören
0107 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk4 - Ch6 - The Forbidden Pool	08.05.2017 01:20	Concerning “The Forbidden Pool”, from snaring Sméagol to mutterings of Morgul... The Waterfall - 10:00 Too Much Like Trickery - 20:00 Minas Morgul and Cirith Ungol - 30:00 Haiku Time / Correspondence - 37:30 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	50:59	anhören
0106 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk4 - Ch5 - The Window on the West pt2	01.05.2017 13:15	Concerning “The Window on the West”, from nostalgia for Númenor to the praise of the praiseworthy... Blindfolded / The Black Squirrel - 11:30 A Moment of Silence - 24:00 Concerning the Rohirrim and others - 32:00 Sam’s blunder - 38:00 Haiku Time / Correspondence - 48:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:02:55	anhören
0105 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk4 - Ch5 - The Window on the West Pt1	23.04.2017 23:46	Concerning “The Window on the West”, from Faramir’s inquiries to Frodo’s dilemma... Prophetic Inquiries - 7:00 Stern Samwise - 20:00 Faramir Gets Frank - 30:00 Gandalf and Gondor - 44:30 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	53:29	anhören
0104 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk4 - Ch4 - Of Herbs and Stewed Rabbit	08.04.2017 22:23	Concerning “Of Herbs and Stewed Rabbit”, from coney controversy to gallant Gondorians... The landscape of Ithilien - 15:00 The eye rune: what’s the significance? - 21:00 Sam’s view of Frodo - 29:30 Conies & po-ta-toes! - 40:30 Faramir & the Men of Gondor - 49:00 Mûmak! - 55:30 Haiku/Correspondence - 1:01:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com, Facebook.com/TolkienRoad or Twitter.com/TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:13:00	anhören
0103 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk4 - Ch3 - The Black Gate Is Closed	01.04.2017 23:00	Concerning “The Black Gate Is Closed”, from murderous mountains to alternative avenues... The Teeth of Mordor - 8:00 Smeagol’s Way - 20:00 The Tower of the Moon - 30:00 Sam’s Oliphaunts - 45:00 Haiku/Correspondence - 49:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com, Facebook.com/TolkienRoad or Twitter.com/TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:11:00	anhören
0102 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk4 - Ch2 - The Passage of the Marshes	25.03.2017 17:13	Concerning “The Passage of the Marshes", from freaky fens to Smeagol split... Announcements & Correspondence - 1:00 Stuck between a marsh and a hard place… - 13:45 Gollum’s foibles - 17:00 Frodo’s doomed outlook - 27:00 The Dead Marshes - 40:00 The Rider - 48:00 The heavy Ring - 53:00 Gollum vs. Sméagol - 56:30 Haiku & Correspondence - 1:08:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com, Facebook.com/TolkienRoad or Twitter.com/TolkienRoad.  Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:19:09	anhören
0101 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk4 - Ch1 - The Taming of Sméagol	18.03.2017 20:24	Concerning “The Taming of Sméagol”, from rocky ravines to Gollum’s guarantees... On the road again... - 1:00 Frodo's Regrets - 8:00 An All-Too-Familiar Voice - 20:00 Rope! - 29:30 Capturing Gollum - 37:00 Trusting Gollum? - 46:30 Haiku & Correspondence - 57:30 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:16:58	anhören
0100 - Tolkien, the Universe, and Everything	11.03.2017 00:44	Well, we're back! It's the long-awaited 100th episode, wherein we discuss where we've been, where we're going, and why we started this thing in the first place. For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com, TrueMyths.org, Facebook.com/TolkienRoad, or follow us on Twitter: @TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:06:19	anhören
0099 - Christianity and LOTR - An Interview with Joseph Pearce	18.02.2017 17:18	Concerning Christianity’s influence on and illumination of The Lord of the Rings...   For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com, TrueMyths.org, Facebook.com/TolkienRoad, or follow us on Twitter: @TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	57:51	anhören
0098 - Unfinished Tales - The Palantíri	11.02.2017 18:07	Concerning Unfinished Tales' "The Palantíri", from visions in the distance to the vanquishing of Denethor... Announcements, Correspondence, etc - 1:00 The Locations of the Stones - 17:30 The Lore of the Stones - 30:00 The History of the Stones - 43:30 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	58:08	anhören
0097 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch11 - The Palantír	04.02.2017 18:25	Concerning “The Palantír", from the ways of Wizards to the strides of Shadowfax... Announcements & Correspondence - 1:00 Setting out from Isengard - 15:00 Do not meddle in the affairs of wizards - 23:00 Pippin and the Palantír - 28:00 Consequences/The Nazgûl - 39:00 Riding Elf-fashion - 48:30 Concerning the Palantíri - 54:00 What is the Nazgûl? - 1:11:00 Haiku Time - 1:17:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad.  Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:27:04	anhören
0096 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch10 - The Voice of Saruman	28.01.2017 18:23	Concerning “The Voice of Saruman”, from Saruman’s semantics to Treebeard's trust... Announcements & Correspondence - 1:00 Confronting Saruman - 21:00 Théoden’s Response - 42:00 Gandalf vs. Saruman - 48:00 Conversation with Treebeard - 1:13:00 Haiku Time - 1:18:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:36:44	anhören
0095 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch9 - Flotsam and Jetsam	21.01.2017 18:03	Concerning “Flotsam and Jetsam", from longbottom leaf to enraged Ents... Announcements & Correspondence - 1:00 Longbottom Leaf - 13:00 Ents & Huorns - 26:00 The Order of Battle - 36:00 The Baptism of Isengard - 50:00 Wormtongue - 58:00 The Mystery of the Pipeweed - 1:01:00 Haiku Time - 1:03:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:11:37	anhören
0094 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch8 - The Road to Isengard Pt2	14.01.2017 17:45	Concerning "The Road to Isengard", from mournful mists to happy hobbits... Announcements & Correspondence - 1:00 On the Road Again - 20:00 At the Isen Fords - 32:30 The Mist? Meanwhile… - 42:00 The Region of Isengard - 45:30 The Tower of Orthanc - 59:00 The Ring of Isengard - 1:05:30 Merry & Pippin - 1:09:30 Haiku Time! - 1:17:30 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:33:19	anhören
0093 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch8 - The Road to Isengard Pt1	07.01.2017 18:12	Concerning “The Road to Isengard”, from wondrous woods to glittering caves... Announcements/Correspondence/etc - 1:00 Aftermath/The Mystery of the Trees - 21:00 To Isengard! - 28:00 Burying the Dead/The Dunlanders’ Fate - 32:30 The strange woods - 39:00 Gimli waxes poetic about the beautiful caves - 46:00 The legendary Ents - 1:02:30 Haiku time - 1:17:30 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:29:04	anhören
0092 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch7 - Helm's Deep Pt2	31.12.2016 18:29	Concerning "Helm's Deep", from darkening hopes to a new day's dawning... Announcements/Correspondence/Etc - 1:00 Dimming Hopes/Gimli's Joy in Battle - 25:00 "That old hatred Saruman has inflamed." - 32:00 The Deeping Wall is Taken - 40:00 Aragorn's Warning - 43:00 Theoden's Ride/The Land Has Changed - 47:30 Haiku Time - 57:15 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:09:53	anhören
0091 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch7 - Helm's Deep Pt1	24.12.2016 18:43	Concerning "Helm's Deep", from a heaviness upon the land to heavy blows in Helm's Deep... Announcements, Correspondence, etc. - 1:00 A heaviness upon the land... - 20:00 "All Isengard must be emptied..." - 29:00 Helm’s Deep - A description - 37:00 Race to Helm’s Deep! - 47:00 The battle begins! - 55:00 Haiku Time - 59:20 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com. For bonus material, Patreon.com/TolkienRoad.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:08:37	anhören
BIG NEWS!!!	20.12.2016 16:02	We have exciting news to share with you, our faithful listeners. Head on over to Patreon.com/TolkienRoad to learn more.	0:27	anhören
0090 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch6 - The King of the Golden Hall Pt2	17.12.2016 23:03	Concerning "The King of the Golden Hall", from the strange paths of hope to the happy warriors of Rohan... Announcements, Correspondence, etc. - 3:30 Théoden’s Hope - 16:00 Gríma’s last slither - 38:00 Saruman’s treachery - 55:00 The Fate of Eorl’s House - 1:02:00 Ready to Ride! - 1:07:00 Haiku Time - 1:13:30 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:26:06	anhören
0089 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch6 - The King of the Golden Hall Pt1	10.12.2016 16:44	Concerning "The King of the Golden Hall", from distant views of Edoras to Théoden's throneroom... Announcements, Correspondence, etc. - 1:00 A distant view of Edoras - 26:00 "Where now the horse and the rider?" - 31:30 Unfriendly greetings - 39:00 Háma the Doorwarden - 43:30 Théoden & Wormtongue - 55:30 Gandalf the Great - 1:03:00 Éowyn in brief - 1:10:00 "Dark have been my dreams of late..." - 1:14:00 Haiku Time - 1:16:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:27:49	anhören
0088 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch5 - The White Rider Pt2	03.12.2016 14:20	Concerning "The White Rider", from Gandalf's demonslaying to Galadriel's tidings... Announcements, Correspondence, etc. - 1:00 Concerning Boromir - 23:30 Saruman and the Ring - 27:30 Treebeard and the Ents - 35:00 War Is Upon Us - 46:30 Gandalf vs. the Balrog - 51:00 Galadriel's Tidings - 1:00:00 Shadowfax - 1:04:00 Haiku Time - 1:11:30 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:25:22	anhören
0087 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch5 - The White Rider Pt1	26.11.2016 13:33	Concerning "The White Rider", from Merry and Pippin's fate to Gandalf's return... Announcements, correspondence, etc - 1:00 More on Ents - 8:30 Who was the old man? - 17:30 Trying to piece together Merry and Pippin’s fate - 24:45 Caught in the Net - 33:00 Gandalf the White - 40:00 Why Gandalf’s Death Isn’t Bad Storytelling - 50:15 Haiku Time - 59:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:04:29	anhören
0086 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch4 - Treebeard Pt3	19.11.2016 01:06	Concerning "Treebeard", from Entmoot to legendary Ent-march... Announcements, correspondence, etc - 1:00 An important matter - 10:30 Entmoot - 13:00 Merry and Pippin Discuss Isengard & the Ents - 21:00 Bregalad the Hasty - 24:45 The Ents on the March! - 31:00 Haiku - 42:45 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	51:15	anhören
0085 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch4 - Treebeard Pt2	12.11.2016 01:59	Concerning "Treebeard", from strange beverages to legendary Entwives...   Announcements/Correspondence/Etc - 1:00 Wellinghall/Ent-Draught - 17:30 "Nobody is altogether on my side..." - 23:30 Saruman's Goals - 30:30 Ents and Entwives - 40:00 The Song of the Entwives - 53:30 Haiku Time - 1:00:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:04:10	anhören
0084 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch4 - Treebeard Pt1	05.11.2016 17:07	Concerning "Treebeard", from an intro to Ents to Treebeard's song... Announcements & Correspondence - 1:00 What Fangorn Is Like - 23:00 Introducing Treebeard - 27:00 The Lore of Living Creatures - 32:00 Off to Treebeards' Home - 38:00 Appendix F: Concerning Ents - 41:00 The Story of the Ents - 44:00 Treebeard's Song - 52:30 Haiku Time - 59:00 For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:04:26	anhören
0083 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch3 - The Uruk-Hai	29.10.2016 22:12	Concerning "The Uruk-Hai", from Orcs up close and personal to relentless Rohirrim... Announcements, correspondence, etc - 1:00 Getting to know the orcs... - 20:00 The Halflings: Wanted Alive - 24:00 Orcs vs. Orcs - 29:30 The Orc-draught - 35:30 “Nazgûl, Nazgûl…" - 43:30 The Rohirrim attack - 46:15 Lembas vs. Orc-draught - 52:30 Into the forest... - 54:45 The assault of the Rohirrim - 57:15 Haiku Time - 1:00:00 For more on this episode or The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:10:25	anhören
0082 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch2 - The Riders of Rohan	22.10.2016 21:53	Concerning "The Riders of Rohan", from Éomer and the men of the Mark to the burnt bones of Orcs... Announcements, correspondence, etc (1:00) The Lay of the Land/Gondor Poem (7:50) In Pursuit of Orcs (13:15) Riders! (18:55) Éomer, the Rohirrim, and Strange Days (22:45) Aragorn Declares Himself (29:50) “How shall a man judge what to do in such times?" (38:30) Horseman, Horse-elf, Horse-dwarf? (41:00) “The counsel of Gandalf was not founded on foreknowledge or safety…" (43:00) Fangorn, Living Forest (45:00) The Old Man (47:40) Haiku (52:30) For more on this episode or The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:04:50	anhören
0081 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk3 - Ch1 - The Departure of Boromir	15.10.2016 01:35	Concerning "The Departure of Boromir", from elegies for Boromir to Aragorn's decision... Announcements, correspondence, etc (2:00) The Death of Boromir (11:00) The White Hand (21:30) Elegies for Boromir (26:00) Aragorn’s Decision (33:30) Haiku Time (37:45) For more on this episode or The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	48:05	anhören
0080 - The Silmarillion in 1	08.10.2016 14:11	One Episode to Rule Them All!!! Having completed a chapter-by-chapter walkthrough of The Silmarillion (which spans over 30 hours of content), we decided to do an episode where we cover the whole of The Silmarillion in less than an hour. With this one episode, you get the whole enchilada, from "Ainulindalë" to "Eärendil" to the end of the Third Age. If you've always wanted to read The Silmarillion but have never succeeded, then this is the episode for you! You can also find some helpful resources for The Silmarillion at TrueMyths.org/Silm.    Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	41:00	anhören
0079 - Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age - Pt2	01.10.2016 19:52	Concerning "Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age", from Isildur's Downfall to the triumph of the Little People... notes from listeners & news (4:30) The Beginning of the Third Age (14:30) The Fall of Isildur (17:00) The Decline of Arnor (24:00) The Return of the Ring-Wraiths & the Decline of Gondor (28:00) The Wizards (36:30) The Council of the Wise (40:00) The Triumph of the Little People (48:00) The Noldor Depart (56:30) Haiku Time (57:45) For more on this episode or The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:06:05	anhören
0078 - Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age - Pt1	25.09.2016 03:08	Concerning "Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age, from the found of Lindon to the Last Alliance of Men and Elves... Correspondence, etc (1:30) First Age and Akallabêth recap (12:30) Lindon, Gil-Galad, and Elrond (20:00) Sauron, Lord of the Gifts (22:30) The Forging of the Rings (25:30) Men = Easy to Ensnare (29:00) The Numenorean Kingdoms of Middle-earth (32:00) The Seven Stones & the White Tree (38:00) Sauron's Return & Assault on Gondor (40:30) The Last Alliance of Men & Elves (44:30) Haiku Time (48:00)   For more on this episode or The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	53:51	anhören
0077 - Akallabêth Pt2	17.09.2016 04:32	Continuing with "Akallabêth", the chronicle of Númenór's downfall... Topics include: Note from a Listener: more March 25th connections (2:30) Sauron's Assault Upon Nimloth the Fair (10:00) The Worship of Melkor (13:00) Ar-Pharazôn's Unholy Crusade (29:30) Amandil Goes West/Elendil Goes East (33:00) Gathering Clouds (36:30) The Assault Upon Aman (39:00) The Great Chasm (41:00) Elendil's Escape & Sauron's Fate (44:30) Haiku (46:00) For more on this episode or The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	55:03	anhören
0076 - Akallabêth Pt1	10.09.2016 18:29	Concerning "Akallabêth", the chronicle of Númenór... On this episode, we begin our look at "Akallabêth", or "The Downfallen", the story of Númenór’s rise and fall in the Second Age. Josh Sosa on Jackson's Fellowship... (3:00) What "Akallabêth" means... (14:00) The Waldman Letter on the Second Age (15:30) Eärendil & the Edain (20:00) The Downfall of Morgoth & the Raising of Númenór (23:00) The Religion of Númenór (29:00) The Ban (34:00) The Escape from Death/Númenór’s Complaint (37:00) Sauron Returns/The Shadow Awakens (48:00) The Deeds of Ar-Pharazôn the Golden (49:00) Sauron’s Surrender (51:00) The Worship of the Lord of Darkness (55:00) Haiku Time (1:02:45) For more on this episode or The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:08:37	anhören
0075 - Concerning Galadriel	03.09.2016 02:53	Concerning Galadriel, from her name to her hair to the reasons behind her exile... Her Name - 14:00 Her Lineage - 18:00 Her Exile - 24:30 A Penitent? - 32:00 For more on this episode or The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	44:07	anhören
0074 - Concerning Peter Jackson's Fellowship of the Ring	26.08.2016 23:27	Concerning Peter Jackson's cinematic version of Fellowship of the Ring, from what we loved to what we loathed... On this episode, Greta and I are fresh off of reading “Fellowship of the Ring” and so we thought it would be fun to go back and watch Peter Jackson’s 2001 film adaptation of the book, and then share our thoughts on it with you guys. For more on this episode or The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:00:30	anhören
0073 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk2 - Ch10 - The Breaking of the Fellowship	20.08.2016 14:54	Concerning "The Breaking of the Fellowship", from Boromir's fall to Sam's unfailing friendship... A Brief Note on Lembas and Melian - 3:30 A Note on Tolkien's Requiem - 7:00 Frodo’s Decision - 9:30 The Temptation of Boromir - 15:30 Frodo in the Ring World - 32:00 Meanwhile by the Riverside... - 40:30 Boromir’s Confession - 46:00 Sam & Frodo - 48:00 Haiku Time - 54:30 For more on this episode or The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:06:23	anhören
0072 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk2 - Ch9 - The Great River	14.08.2016 02:41	Concerning "The Great River", Book2 Chapter 9 of The Lord of the Rings...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	51:09	anhören
0071 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk2 - Ch8 - Farewell to Lórien	06.08.2016 17:54	In episode 71, we discuss "Farewell to Lórien", Book 2, Chapter 8 of The Lord of the Rings. Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:10:05	anhören
0070 - Concerning Gandalf and the Istari	30.07.2016 14:02	Concerning Gandalf and his wizard brethren the Istari: Saruman, Radagast, and the Blue Wizards. Topics of discussion: Haiku from Mary Grace - 3:30 Spoiler Alert - 7:30 Valaquenta on Olórin - 9:30 Letter 181 - Gandalf the Incarnate Angel - 15:30 Unfinished Tales 4-2: The Istari - 34:00 Letter 156 - Gandalf's Sacrifice - 57:30 For more on this episode or The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com...  Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:09:39	anhören
0069 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk2 - Ch7 - The Mirror of Galadriel	23.07.2016 16:00	In episode 69, we discuss "The Mirror of Galadriel", Book 2, Chapter 7 of The Lord of the Rings. Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	59:09	anhören
0067 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk2 - Ch6 - Lothlórien	09.07.2016 18:14	In episode 67, we discuss "Lothlórien", Book 2, Chapter 6 of The Lord of the Rings. Join us!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:11:19	anhören
0066 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk2 - Ch5 - The Bridge of Khaza-dûm	01.07.2016 21:18	A discussion of "The Bridge of Khaza-dûm", Book 2, Chapter 5 of The Lord of the Rings...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	59:20	anhören
0065 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk2 - Ch4 - A Journey in the Dark	25.06.2016 14:05	Concerning "A Journey in the Dark", Chapter 4 of Book 2 of The Lord of the Rings...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:22:35	anhören
0064 - Tolkien's Languages	18.06.2016 01:03	Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. On this episode, we interview Gabriel Blanchard, a fellow Tolkien enthusiast, about Tolkien’s languages. Gabriel really knows his stuff, and I think you’ll find this discussion very helpful when it comes to understanding the different languages that Tolkien created. Also, be sure to check out TrueMyths.org/Elvish for the show notes as well as links to some helpful resources, Gabriel’s blog, and his recently published book. Thanks for listening, and enjoy the show!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:18:54	anhören
0063 - Star Wars The Force Awakens: A Tolkienite's Take	11.06.2016 20:09	We're back! On this episode, we discuss the merits of Star Wars: The Force Awakens using Tolkien's On Fairy-Stories as a guide. Enjoy! And SHUT THE FRONT DOOR!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	36:03	anhören
0062 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk2 - Ch3 - The Ring Goes South	12.05.2016 03:59	Concerning "The Ring Goes South", from the forging of the Fellowship to the treachery of Caradhras...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	57:19	anhören
0061 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk2 - Ch2 - The Council of Elrond	30.04.2016 03:30	Concerning "The Council of Elrond", from the story of the Ring to strategies for victory...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:13:07	anhören
0060 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk2 - Ch1 - Many Meetings	23.04.2016 14:13	Concerning "Many Meetings", from the ways of Rivendell to Bilbo's song of Eärendil...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:14:44	anhören
0059 - Our Silmarillion Top 5's	12.04.2016 13:07	On this episode, having completed The Silmarillion with 29 episodes, we round it off to 30 by taking a victory lap, wherein we discuss our Top 5 things about The Silmarillion as a whole. We also discuss where the Tolkien Road should go next. And yes, we’d love to hear from you about your Top 5 Silmarillion things too. Send us an email or leave a comment at TrueMyths! Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	41:58	anhören
0058 - The Silmarillion - Ch24 - Of the Voyage of Eärendil and the War of Wrath	02.04.2016 14:56	Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. On this episode, we discuss the final chapter of The Silmarillion, "The Voyage of Eärendil and the War of Wrath", wherein Eärendil makes his fateful voyage to the Blessed Realm in order to obtain the aid of the Valar.  The First Age ends here, and as you might expect, it’s a very eventful chapter, complete with the downfall of Morgoth, the doom of Fëanor’s sons, and the fate of the Silmarils. There’s a whole lot to discuss!  By the way, if you haven’t already, please leave The Tolkien Road a rating and feedback on iTunes. We’d love to know what you think of the podcast. Enjoy the show!Topics of discussion...Haiku - 9:45Eärendil & Elwing - 18:00The Third Kinslaying - 24:30Return to Valinor - 30:00Eärendil the Star-sailor - 37:00The War of Wrath & the Downfall of Morgoth - 44:00Maedhros, Maglor, and the Oath - 54:00The Return of the Exiles - 61:00C...	1:11:37	anhören
0057 - Concerning March 25th: Frodo's Quest, the Annunciation, and the Crucifixion	26.03.2016 16:38	Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. On this special Good Friday episode, we take a moment to consider the place of March 25th, a date of major significance, in Tolkien’s works and philosophy.  We'll see the role it plays within The Lord of the Rings, as well as how it ties the book to Tolkien's Catholic faith. By the way, if you haven’t already, please leave The Tolkien Road a rating and feedback on iTunes. We’d love to know what you think of the podcast. Enjoy the show!Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	35:54	anhören
0056 - The Silmarillion - Ch23 - Of Tuor and the Fall of Gondolin	19.03.2016 15:19	Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien.  On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Silmarillion with Chapter 23, "Of Tuor and the Fall of Gondolin", wherein Tuor the son of Huor comes to Gondolin with a dire warning from Ulmo. There’s a whole lot to discuss!  By the way, if you haven’t already, please leave The Tolkien Road a rating and feedback on iTunes. We’d love to know what you think of the podcast. Enjoy the show!Topics of discussion...Haiku - 4:00Tuor’s Background - 15:30Ulmo & Tuor - 21:00Turgon Won’t Heed Ulmo’s Warning - 30:00Tuor, Idril & Maeglin's Plot - 39:00Tuor, Idril, and Eärendil - 42:00Morgoth Attacks; Glorfindel's Heroics - 52:00Tuor & Idril Flee to Arvernien - 1:00:00Ulmo & the Valar - 1:02:30Tuor & Idril Into the West? - 1:06:30Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is...	1:10:45	anhören
0055 - The Silmarillion - Ch22 - Of the Ruin of Doriath	12.03.2016 15:56	Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien.  On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Silmarillion with Chapter 22, "Of the Ruin of Doriath", wherein Húrin is released from his 28-year bondage and doom comes to Thingol's kingdom. There’s a whole lot to discuss! By the way, if you haven’t already, please pop on over to iTunes and leave us a rating and feedback. It’s easy to do, only takes a moment, and can make a big difference in helping us spread the word about the show! Thanks for listening, and enjoy the episodeHaiku - 5:00Húrin, Gondolin, and the Eagles - 11:45Húrin and Morwen - 22:00Nargothrond, Mîm, and the Nauglamir - 36:00Thingol’s Downfall - 43:00Melian’s Exodus - 51:00Beren, Lúthien, and Díor - 55:00The Sons of Fëanor and the Sack of Doriath - 1:02:30Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolki...	1:08:41	anhören
0054 - The Silmarillion - Ch21 - Of Túrin Turambar - Pt2	05.03.2016 15:48	Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. On this episode, we continue discussing Chapter 21 of The Silmarillion, Of Túrin Turambar. It’s a pretty tragic tale, only slightly more depressing than the current election cycle. LOL! If you liked that bit of topical humor then leave us a rating and feedback on iTunes! Heck, even if you didn’t, leave us a rating anyway. It’s easy to do, only takes a moment, and is the best way to show your appreciation for what we’re doing here. Thanks for listening, and enjoy the show!Túrin & Finduilas - 11:00Ulmo’s Warning & Túrin’s Hubris - 20:00The Sack of Nargothrond - 28:00Slaying of the Easterlings & Finduilas’ Death - 32:00Morwen & Nienor - 37:30Túrin and Níenel - 47:00Túrin Slays Glaurung - 52:00Nienor’s Death - 1:02:00Reckonings and the Black Blade Broken - 1:09:00Tragedy - 1:19:00Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background ...	1:27:31	anhören
0053 - The Silmarillion - Ch21 - Of Túrin Turambar - Pt1	27.02.2016 19:47	Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. On this episode, we begin our discussion of Chapter 21 of The Silmarillion, "Of Túrin Turambar". The tale of Túrin is a long one, so it’s definitely going to take more than one episode to cover. It’s also quite tragic and sad, so make sure you’ve got a box of tissues nearby. Speaking of tragedies, it would certainly be tragic if you missed this opportunity to leave The Tolkien Road a rating and feedback on iTunes. It’s easy to do, only takes a moment, and is the best way to show your appreciation for what we’re doing here. Thanks for listening, and enjoy the show!Haiku - 2:30Tolkien on Túrin - 10:30The Lay of the Children of Húrin - 14:30Túrin’s family history - 17:30Túrin in Doriath - 23:30Túrin’s Pride - 30:00Beleg, the Sword, and Lembas - 36:00Mîm the Petty-Dwarf - 40:00The Counsels of Morgoth - 51:30Túrin captured - 53:00Beleg’s Death -...	1:03:17	anhören
0052 - The Silmarillion - Ch20 - Of the Fifth Battle: Nirnaeth Arnoediad	20.02.2016 15:19	Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. On this episode, we discuss Chapter 20 of The Silmarillion, "Of the Fifth Battle: Nirnaeth Arnoediad". It’s an action-packed chapter and an important turning point in the fortunes of the Eldar.  By the way, if you haven’t already, please pop on over to iTunes and leave us a rating and feedback. It’s easy to do, only takes a moment, and can make a big difference in helping us spread the word about the show! Thanks for listening, and enjoy the episodeHaiku time - 5:00Beren and Lúthien epilogue - 14:00The Union of Maedhros - 19:00Turgon Arrives - 29:00The Fifth Battle: Unnumbered Tears - 32:30The Triumph of Morgoth - 50:00Cirdan and the Seven Ships - 58:30Húrin’s Torment - 1:03:00Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You...	1:24:45	anhören
The Tolkien Road will return next week!	13.02.2016 17:48	No episode this week! We'll be back on 2/20 with Chapter 20 of The Silmarillion. If you'd like to submit a haiku for that episode, please send it be 2/17. The road goes ever on my friends, the road goes ever on!	Unbekannt	anhören
0051 - The Silmarillion - Ch19 - Of Beren and Lúthien - Pt 2	06.02.2016 15:52	Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. This week, we continue our discussion of The Silmarillion Chapter 19, the story of Beren and Lúthien.  By the way, if you haven’t already, please pop on over to iTunes and leave us a rating and feedback. It’s easy to do, only takes a moment, and can make a big difference in helping us spread the word about the show! Thanks for listening, and enjoy the episodeBeren and Finrod in the Dungeon - 4:30Lúthien and Huan to the rescue - 7:00Lúthien the Dreamweaver - 24:00Celegorm & Curufin - 28:00The invasion of Angband - 34:30Carcharoth’s Rampage - 39:30A Silmaril Obtained - 43:00The Return to Doriath - 52:00The Hunt - 1:00:00Lúthien’s Plea - 1:05:00Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tol...	1:24:45	anhören
0050 - The Silmarillion - Ch19 - Of Beren and Lúthien - Pt 1	27.01.2016 13:06	Concerning "Of Beren and Lúthien", Chapter 19 of The Silmarillion...Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien.  It’s our 50th episode! And it also just so happens to be the episode where we discuss Chapter 19 of The Silmarillion, “Of Beren and Lúthien.” It’s an amazing chapter, an epic tale all by itself, so epic that we weren’t able to cram it all in to one episode. So this is part 1, with part 2 to follow next time. If you haven’t read the story before, we hope you’ll be inspired to do so by our conversation. Thanks for listening, and enjoy the show!- Haiku - 6:30- Tolkien’s letters concerning Beren and Lúthien - "The Seed of Middle-earth” - 16:00- Barahir’s band - 25:00- Gorlim & Sauron - 26:30- Beren and Lúthien meet - 35:00- Thingol’s brideprice - 49:00- Finrod vs. Sauron: A Battle of Song - 1:04:00Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hob...	1:24:46	anhören
0049 - The Silmarillion - Ch18 - Of the Ruin of Beleriand and the Fall of Fingolfin	21.01.2016 12:51	Concerning "Of the Ruin of Beleriand and the Fall of Fingolfin", Chapter 18 of The Silmarillion...Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Silmarillion with Chapter 18, "Of the Ruin of Beleriand and the Fall of Fingolfin", wherein Angband breaks loose upon Beleriand with incredible fury. There’s a whole lot to discuss! Enjoy the show!- Poems 4:00- Fingolfin’s forebodeing 15:00- The Battle of Sudden Flame 19:00- Barahir Saves Finrod 25:20- Fingolfin vs. Morgoth 30:00- A New High King 42:50- Minas Tirith 45:00- Húrin and Huor in Gondolin 51:00- Missions to Valinor 57:00- Barahir’s Band 59:45Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org ...	1:04:51	anhören
0048 - The Silmarillion - Ch17 - Of the Coming of Men Into the West	16.01.2016 04:26	Concerning "Of the Coming of Men Into the West", Chapter 17 of The Silmarillion... Hey there fellow travelers! On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Silmarillion with Chapter 17, Of the Coming of Men into the West, wherein we learn of the origin of the Edain, also known as Men. Chapter 17 is the last bit of stage-setting before the pace really begins to pick up again. Enjoy the show!Poems 1:30The 3 Houses of Men 14:00Finrod’s Music 18:30The Darkness That Lies Behind 21:00Green-Elves & Men = Unfriends 26:45Finrod & Bëor 28:30Edain/Atani/Men 29:45Thingol & Melian’s Prophecy 32:00Bereg’s Rebellion 34:15Haleth and the Haladin 38:45Beör’s Death 42:30Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter...	51:35	anhören
0047 - The Silmarillion - Ch16 - Of Maeglin	22.12.2015 13:13	Concerning "Of Maeglin", Chapter 16 of The Silmarillion...Hey there fellow travelers! On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Silmarillion with Chapter 16, Of Maeglin, wherein we learn the story the dark elf Eöl and the Noldorin princess Aredhel. By the way, if you haven’t already, we would really appreciate it if you left The Tolkien Road a rating and feedback on iTunes. There’s no better way to declare your undying love for this podcast. Enjoy the show!Pronunciation 1:30Poems 4:20Aredhel's Wanderlust & Travels 9:00Concerning Eöl - 23:30Concerning Maeglin - 31:30The Escape - 37:30Curufin and Eöl - 41:00Turgon, Eöl, and the Tragedy of Aredhel - 45:00Idril and Maeglin - 52:00Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/Tru...	1:01:44	anhören
0046 - The Silmarillion - Ch15 - Of the Noldor in Beleriand	15.12.2015 14:24	Concerning "Of the Noldor in Beleriand", Chapter 15 of The Silmarillion...Hey there fellow travelers! On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Silmarillion with Chapter 15, "Of the Noldor in Beleriand", wherein we learn of the founding of Gondolin, and the wicked deeds of the Noldor come to light. By the way, if you haven’t already, we would really appreciate it if you left The Tolkien Road a rating and feedback on iTunes. There’s no better way to declare your undying love for this podcast. Enjoy the show!Haiku TimeTurgon, Ulmo, and Gondolin - 11:15Galadriel and Melian - 23:30Thingol’s ban - 29:45Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	48:09	anhören
0045 - The Silmarillion - Ch14 - Of Beleriand and Its Realms	07.12.2015 04:18	Concerning "Of Beleriand and Its Realms," Chapter 14 of The Silmarillion...On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Silmarillion with Chapter 14, "Of Beleriand and Its Realms." In Chapter 14, we get a detailed run down of the geographical layout of Beleriand. It’s not the most exciting chapter, but hey, that never stopped us from going on and on about something. Topics of discussion include:Tolkien’s Gift for Descriptive LandscapesBut why put this chapter here? Things were just getting exciting!The Map = The Key...kind of.Beleriand’s BoundariesKey RealmsKey Cities —> Read About NargothrondAnd more!Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	49:21	anhören
0044 - The Silmarillion - Ch13 - Of the Return of the Noldor	23.11.2015 03:30	Concerning "Of the Return of the Noldor," Chapter 13 of The Silmarillion...On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Silmarillion with Chapter 13. In this chapter, the Noldor arrive in the north of Beleriand after their mass exodus from Valinor, only to be greeted by the armies of Morgoth. A lot happens in this chapter, and that means there’s a ton to talk about. Topics of discussion include:The 2nd Battle of BeleriandFëanor’s DeathMaedhros’ TormentThingol vs. the NoldorUlmo’s InfluenceThe Founding of NargothrondGaladriel & CelebornThe 3rd Battle of Beleriand (The Glorious Battle)Glaurung the First DragonSiege of AngbandCome get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:31:04	anhören
0043 - The Silmarillion - Ch12 - Of Men	17.11.2015 15:39	Concerning "Of Men", Chapter 12 of The Silmarillion...On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Silmarillion with Chapter 12, "Of Men". In this short chapter, we learn a bit about the early history of Men in Tolkien’s secondary world and how they relate to the Elves and the Valar.  Topics of discussion include:The Years of the SunThe Names of MenThe Works of UlmoOf Elves and MenThe Fate of MenThe Great MenAnd as always, we discuss our favorite passages and the haiku we composed for this chapter.Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	56:09	anhören
0042 - The Silmarillion - Ch11 - Of the Sun and Moon and the Hiding of Valinor	09.11.2015 13:42	We're back! We apologize for our absence; it's time to move on down the road...On this episode of The Tolkien Road, we continue our discussion of The Silmarillion with Chapter 11, Of the Sun and Moon and the Hiding of Valinor. We cover topics ranging from the "Happy Fault" philosophy of Manwë to the creation of the Sun and Moon to the curious inaction of the Valar.Poems 4:00The Death of Fëanor & “Evil Shall Be Good to Have Been" 13:00The Fruits of the Two Trees 24:00The Laziness of the Valinorians 29:00The Consequences of the Sun and Moon 36:00Morgoth Assails the Moon 41:50Fortifying & Hiding Valinor 43:15Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	53:35	anhören
0041 - Tolkien's Letters - Letter 250 - Concerning Tolkien's Faith	19.10.2015 02:43	Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien.  On this episode, we begin a discussion of Tolkien’s Letters by considering a 1963 letter he wrote to his son Michael. In this letter, Tolkien seeks to help Michael work through a period where he felt depressed. In doing so, Tolkien opens up about his own faith, and how he keeps his head afloat in the world.  By the way, if you haven’t already, please leave The Tolkien Road a rating and feedback on iTunes. We’d love to know what you think of the podcast. Enjoy the show!Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:13:27	anhören
0040 - The Silmarillion - Ch10 - Of the Sindar	12.10.2015 03:52	Concerning "Of the Sindar", Chapter 10 of The Silmarillion, wherein we find out what's been happening back in Beleriand...Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. On this episode, we resume our discussion of The Silmarillion with Chapter 10, "Of the Sindar", wherein we learn what’s been going on with Thingol, Melian, and the rest of the folks that missed the boat to the Blessed Realm. By the way, if you haven’t already, please leave The Tolkien Road a rating and feedback on iTunes. We’d love to know what you think of the podcast. Enjoy the show!Topics of discussion include:Tolkien Haiku 5:15Silmarillion Review 17:45Beleriand Map 20:15How Long is 3 Ages? 21:30Thingol, Melian, and the Sindar 24:00Concerning Dwarves 26:50Orcs, Wolves, etc. 33:20Concerning the Nandor 40:15Oromë still rides 47:00Ungoliant spreads terror 48:00Morgoth Returns & The First Battle 49:30 The Girdle of Melian 55:00Come get lost ...	1:05:18	anhören
0038 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk1 - Ch12 - Flight to the Ford	28.09.2015 11:43	Concerning "Flight to the Ford," Book 1 Chapter 12 of The Lord of the Rings, wherein Strider and the hobbits deal with the aftermath of the Black Riders' attack...Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Lord of the Rings with Book 1, Chapter 12 of Fellowship, Flight to the Ford, wherein Strider and the hobbits make a last desperate dash for Rivendell. By the way, if you haven’t already, please leave The Tolkien Road a rating and feedback on iTunes. We’d love to know what you think of the podcast. Enjoy the show!Topics of discussion include:Tolkien Haiku (4:00)What Sam saw… (16:30)The mighty name of Elbereth (22:00)Athelas (24:40)Frodo’s regret (28:00)Frodo growing ill (34:00)Bilbo’s Trolls (36:45)Sam’s Poem (readaloud) (44:55)Glorfindel (51:00)Description of Black Riders (59:30)The Mighty Waters (1:07:00)Favorite Passages (1:12:00)Come get lost...	1:16:18	anhören
0036 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk1 - Ch11 - A Knife in the Dark	15.09.2015 12:43	Concerning "A Knife in the Dark," Book 1, Chapter 11 of The Lord of the Rings, wherein the hobbits Strider set out on the long road to Rivendell...Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien.  On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Lord of the Rings with Book 1, Chapter 11 of Fellowship, A Knife in the Dark, wherein the hobbits depart Bree with Strider, rmake their way to Weathertop, and get attacked by the Black Riders. We also discuss Strider’s telling of the tale of Tinúviel as well as the legendary Gil-galad.  By the way, if you haven’t already, please leave The Tolkien Road a rating and feedback on iTunes. We’d love to know what you think of the podcast. Enjoy the show!"Topics of discussion include:Tolkien Haiku for Book 1, Chapter 11 of LOTR (6:20)Departing Bree (20:00)The Journey to Weathertop (23:30)Gilgalad (37:10)How the Black Riders sense things (42:30)The Tale of Tinúviel (46:0...	1:16:28	anhören
0033 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk1 - Ch10 - Strider	24.08.2015 19:18	Concerning "Strider", Book 1, Chapter 10 of The Lord of the Rings, wherein we learn more about the mysterious Ranger... Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien.  On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Lord of the Rings with Book 1, Chapter 10 of Fellowship, "Strider", wherein we learn more about the mysterious Ranger, receive Gandalf’s letter, and find out about Merry’s run in with the Black Riders. We also discuss the wonderful “All that glitters is not gold” poem.  By the way, if you haven’t already, please leave The Tolkien Road a rating and feedback on iTunes. We’d love to know what you think of the podcast. Enjoy the show!Topics of discussion include:Tolkien Haiku for Book 1, Chapter 10 (~3:00)"Behind the Haiku" by Greta (~9:45)Guest Haiku (~13:45)Greta's favorite passage (~16:45)John's favorite passage (~30:20)Gandalf's Letter (~32:30)Gandalf's whereabouts (~36:15)M...	51:42	anhören
0031 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk1 - Ch09 - At the Sign of the Prancing Pony	10.08.2015 20:05	Concerning "At the Sign of the Prancing Pony", Book 1, Chapter 9 of The Lord of the Rings, in which the hobbits visit Bree...Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien.  On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Lord of the Rings with Book 1, Chapter 9 of Fellowship, At the Sign of the Prancing Pony, wherein we experience the town of Bree, meet the mysterious Ranger Strider, see the Ring play a trick, and are entertained by Frodo’s rendition of the Man in the Moon. By the way, if you haven’t already, please leave The Tolkien Road a rating and feedback on iTunes. We’d love to know what you think of the podcast. Enjoy the show!Topics of discussion include:Tolkien Haiku for Book 1, Chapter 9 (~6:45)Favorite passages from Book 1, Chapter 9 (~19:00)Barrows & Barrow-wights: Corrections & Clarifications (~26:40)Bree (~31:20)Strider (~39:35)The Ring Incident (~52:14)And much more!Come get lost ...	1:03:58	anhören
0030 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk1 - Ch08 - Fog on the Barrow-Downs	03.08.2015 20:00	Concerning "Fog on the Barrow-Downs", Book 1, Chapter 8 of The Lord of the Rings, in which the Barrow-wight attacks...What is a Barrow-wight? Who are the men of Carn-Dûm? Is there any connection between them and the Black Riders? What’s up with Frodo’s latest mysterious dream? On this episode of The Tolkien Road, we discuss all this and more as we continue our discussion of The Lord of the Rings with Book 1, Chapter 8 of Fellowship, "Fog on the Barrow Downs."Topics of discussion include:What is a barrow?What is a barrow-wight?Who are the men of Carn-dûm?Saying goodbye to Goldberry.How this chapter shows the vast ancient history of Middle-earth.Frodo's dream.And much more!Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths....	54:20	anhören
0029 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk1 - Ch07 - In the House of Tom Bombadil	27.07.2015 11:58	Concerning "In the House of Tom Bombadil", Book 1, Chapter 7 of The Lord of the Rings, in which we ponder all things Bombadil...On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Lord of the Rings with Book 1, Chapter 7 of Fellowship, "In the House of Tombadil". As the title of this chapter would suggest, our discussion on this episode consists mainly in attempting to answer the question “Who is Tom Bombadil?” We consider both the evidence contained in this chapter as well as the things Tolkien had to say about Bombadil in his letters. It’s an easy question to get lost in, and we have a lot of fun exploring it. Topics of discussion include:Who is Tom Bombadil?Who is Goldberry?What does it mean that Tom is "Master?"How has Tom taken a "vow of poverty?"How can Tom have power over Old Man Willow?Why did Tolkien include Tom in the story even though he admitted he didn't do much to advance the plot?And much more!Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and ba...	1:20:34	anhören
0028 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk1 - Ch06 - The Old Forest	20.07.2015 15:59	Concerning "The Old Forest", Book 1, Chapter 6 of The Lord of the Rings, in which Frodo and company enter the Perilous Realm...On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Lord of the Rings with Book 1, Chapter 6 of Fellowship, "The Old Forest", in which Frodo, Sam, Merry, and Pippin set out on their journey through the Old Forest and encounter a far more dangerous road than they expected. Chapter 6 also introduces the mysterious Tom Bombadil, one of Tolkien’s most enigmatic figures. There’s a lot to talk about, including:Who is Old Man Willow?Why does the Old Forest seem alive?The beauty of the word "Withywindle"Our favorite passages from this chapterThe location of Tom Bombadil's houseAnd much more!Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on F...	1:04:05	anhören
0027 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk1 - Ch05 - A Conspiracy Unmasked	10.07.2015 20:00	Concerning "A Conspiracy Unmasked", Book 1, Chapter 5 of The Lord of the Rings, in which our heroes decide to take a bath and the road less travelled...On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Lord of the Rings with Book1, Chapter 5 of Fellowship, "A Conspiracy Unmasked", in which Frodo, Sam, and Pippin enjoy a warm bath and decide to make their way to Bree via the ominous Old Forest. Chapter 5 stands out as the last “Shire” chapter, the deep breath before the hobbits plunge into epic danger and adventure. As such, it establishes the good things that the hobbits must leave behind in order to carry the Ring to safety. Chapter 5 ends with an account of Frodo’s numinous tower dream, which, although quite enigmatic, seems to hold a great deal of significance for Tolkien based upon its similarities to a pre-Hobbit work of his. Though not a lot of advancing action happens in Chapter 5, there’s still plenty to talk about, as is always the case with Tolkien.Come ge...	1:08:00	anhören
0026 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk1 - Ch04 - A Shortcut to Mushrooms	04.07.2015 16:09	Concerning Book 1 Chapter 4 of The Fellowship of the Ring, “A Shortcut to Mushrooms”...On this episode of The Tolkien Road, we continue our discussion of The Lord of the Rings with Book 1, Chapter 4 of Fellowship, "A Shortcut to Mushrooms." This is a strange chapter. It could be argued that it’s the most uneventful chapter in the whole book, with no major development in plot and not much new information revealed. Nevertheless, Tolkien chose to include it, and so on this episode we consider why he did.  We also examine the development of various characters, including Sam and Farmer Maggot. And on the haiku front, a surprise is unveiled. Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podca...	1:10:42	anhören
0025 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk1 - Ch03 - Three Is Company	26.06.2015 20:16	Concerning Book 1 Chapter 3 of The Fellowship of the Ring, “Three Is Company”... On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Lord of the Rings with Book1, Chapter 3 of Fellowship, Three Is Company. In this chapter, Frodo sets out from Hobbiton and does a whole lot of walking. Of course, he also has a near disastrous run-in with the mysterious black riders and encounters Gildor, a Noldoran Elf of the First Age. Also, thanks to contributions from listeners, we experience a veritable haiku tsunami. I hope you enjoy our discussion.Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. The Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:10:15	anhören
0024 - The Lord of the Rings - Bk1 - Ch02 - The Shadow of the Past	19.06.2015 19:55	Concerning Book 1 Chapter 2 of The Fellowship of the Ring, “The Shadow of the Past”... On this episode of the Tolkien Road, we continue our discussion of The Lord of the Rings with Chapter 2 of Fellowship, "The Shadow of the Past." While consisting mostly in dialogue, I consider this to be one of the prime examples of why I love Tolkien’s style so much. Along the way we discuss our love of Sam Gamgee and how anyone could possibly not love him, as well as engage in a brief though heated discussion of the literary merits of The Hunger Games. I hope you enjoy our conversation.Please leave us a rating and feedback on iTunes. We’d love to know what you think of The Tolkien Road. Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Bec...	1:23:14	anhören
0023 - The Lord of the Rings - The Fellowship of the Ring - Bk1 - Ch1 - A Long Expected Party	12.06.2015 22:26	Concerning Book 1 Chapter 1 of The Fellowship of the Ring, “A Long Expected Party”... On this episode of The Tolkien Road, we finally launch into Chapter 1 of The Fellowship of the Ring, "A Long Expected Party". Among other things, we discuss the themes of magic, legend, and locality as they play out in this chapter, as well as the indications that Bilbo’s Ring is more than just a curious artifact. Plus, we do the math on Bilbo's infamous compliment, and determine it was kind of a nice thing to say. I hope you enjoy our conversation. Please leave us a rating and feedback on iTunes. We’d love to know what you think of The Tolkien Road. Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:14:14	anhören
0022 - On Fairy-Stories - Tolkien's Literary Manifesto	05.06.2015 20:10	On this episode of The Tolkien Road, we examine and discuss Tolkien’s influential essay On Fairy-Stories. While both Greta and I are hungry to start our read-through of The Lord of the Rings, I felt it was important to consider the ideas Tolkien lays out in On Fairy-Stories because of the role they play in The Lord of the Rings. After all, this is the place where he lays out the distinctively Tolkienian concepts of Recovery, Escape, Consolation, Subcreation, and Eucatastrophe. Similarly, he discusses his ideas of how story-telling and the story of Jesus Christ are related. It’s quite beautiful and insightful. I hope you enjoy our discussion.Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:18:39	anhören
0021 - The Lord of the Rings - Prologue (Concerning Hobbits)	29.05.2015 15:53	On this episode of Tolkien Road, we continue with The Lord of the Rings by discussing the Prologue, the section that begins with "Concerning Hobbits." We cover the origin and nature of hobbits, pipeweed, the structure of hobbit society, and Bilbo's little white lie regarding Gollum and the Ring. We also examine the fascinating narrative structure that Tolkien begins to apply in this section.Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:10:24	anhören
0020 - The Lord of the Rings - Tolkien's Foreword	22.05.2015 13:36	On this episode of Tolkien Road, we turn to The Lord of the Rings and begin our journey through the Third Age of Middle-earth with Tolkien's foreword to the Second Edition. This is an important section, because in it Tolkien discusses his reasons for writing the book. We’ll also discuss just what he means when he says that The Lord of the Rings is a “fundamentally religious and Catholic work."  Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:01:01	anhören
0019 - The Silmarillion - Ch09 - Of the Flight of the Noldor - Pt 2	15.05.2015 19:30	On this episode of Tolkien Road, John & Greta continue their chapter-by-chapter walkthrough of The Silmarillion with the second part of Chapter 9, "Of the Flight of the Noldor", wherein Fëanor leads the Noldor on a hell-bound quest to attack Morgoth and reclaim the Silmarils.  Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:00:27	anhören
0018 - The Silmarillion - Ch09 - Of the Flight of the Noldor - Pt 1	08.05.2015 15:28	On this episode of Tolkien Road, John & Greta continue their chapter-by-chapter walkthrough of The Silmarillion with the first part of Chapter 9, "Of the Flight of the Noldor", wherein the Valar must determine what to do after the attack on the Two Trees. We also look at Melkor’s next steps, and what becomes of his partnership with Ungoliant. Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Tolkien Road is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:02:49	anhören
0017 - The Silmarillion - Ch08 - Of the Darkening of Valinor	01.05.2015 16:22	Welcome to the 17th episode of The Tolkien Road podcast (formerly known as Talking Tolkien). On this episode, John & Greta continue their chapter-by-chapter walkthrough of The Silmarillion with Chapter 8, Of the Darkening of Valinor, wherein Melkor and the giant spider Ungoliant throw the Blessed Realm into overwhelming darkness. Sounds like a fun-packed family adventure, eh? Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Talking Tolkien is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:05:48	anhören
0016 - Talking Tolkien is now The Tolkien Road!	26.04.2015 03:16	Talking Tolkien is now The Tolkien Road podcast. On this episode, Greta and I discuss the reasons behind the name change as well as what the future will hold. The Road goes ever on! For more info, please visit TrueMyths.org!	17:59	anhören
0015 - The Silmarillion - Ch07 - Of the Silmarils and the Unrest of the Noldor	17.04.2015 18:37	Only 15 episodes in, and we finally find out what a Silmaril is and where they came from! On this episode, John & Greta continue their chapter-by-chapter walkthrough of The Silmarillion with Chapter 7, Of the Silmarils and the Unrest of the Noldor. Things are starting to get ugly in the Blessed Realm! We discuss topics ranging from the origin of the Silmarils to Melkor's schemes to the desire for light in Middle-earth (and what exactly that's all about). Also, Greta completely outdoes John with her Tolkien haiku, proving that, like Bilbo to Gandalf, "When I left you I was but the learner; now I am the master." That was from The Hobbit, right? Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Talking Tolkien is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:07:21	anhören
0014 - Mythopoeia - Tolkien's Poem for C.S. Lewis	11.04.2015 17:26	Tolkien addresses his philosophy-poem "Mythopoeia" to C.S. Lewis, who said that myths were "lies breathed through silver."  In this episode, we discuss the meaning of "Mythopoeia" and how it serves as a sort of spiritual and creative manifesto for Tolkien. Plus, Greta comes up with some killer haikus on the fly. Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Talking Tolkien is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:40:33	anhören
0013 - The Silmarillion - Ch06 - Of Fëanor and the Unchaining of Melkor	04.04.2015 18:23	Who is Fëanor and why is he important? And who thought it was a good idea to let Melkor out of the dungeon?!?! C'MON MAN!!! Way. On this episode, John & Greta discuss Chapter 06 of The Silmarillion, Of Fëanor and the Unchaining of Melkor. Plus, we hear from a listener with a really cool comment, and discuss Tolkien's views on the Eucharist. Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Talking Tolkien is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:20:17	anhören
0012 - The Silmarillion - Ch05 - Of Eldamar and the Princes of the Eldalië	27.03.2015 16:28	How did the Elves get to Aman? Whatever became of Thingol? Where does Galadriel come from? And why did we forget a critical Wayne's World reference in the Thingol and Melian episode? We explore all these issues and more in Episode 12. Plus, Greta busts out her own killer haiku!!! Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history and background of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Talking Tolkien is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.  Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:06:47	anhören
0011 - Leaf By Niggle - Pt 2 - The Story	19.03.2015 20:27	Join us as we discuss "Leaf By Niggle", my favorite non-Middle-earth Tolkien story. "Leaf By Niggle" is a mythical story about creativity and love of neighbor with a wonderful conclusion. In the second of a two-part series, we discuss the profound meaning contained in what Tolkien referred to as his "purgatorial" story and the story that reflected his anxities about completing Lord of the Rings. Talking Tolkien is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:23:42	anhören
0010 - Leaf By Niggle - Pt 1 - Introduction	13.03.2015 17:21	"Leaf By Niggle" is one of Tolkien's lesser known works, but it yields a ton of insight into his own creative vision. In the first of a two-part series, we discuss what Tolkien himself had to say about the story he wrote one morning in the late 30's. This is also my favorite non-Middle-earth Tolkien work - it's just a beautiful story. Talking Tolkien is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	29:07	anhören
0009 - The Silmarillion - Ch04 - Of Thingol and Melian	04.03.2015 18:59	Tolkien's first story of inter-species love concerns Thingol and Melian. Find out why the shortest chapter in The Silmarillion is one of the most important in the history of Middle-earth as we explore the 4th chapter of The Silmarillion proper, Of Thingol and Melian. Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings!Talking Tolkien is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	30:18	anhören
0007 - The Silmarillion - Ch03 - Of the Coming of the Elves and the Captivity of Melkor	04.03.2015 18:55	Where did the Elves come from and what is their doom? What should the Valar do about Melkor? We explore these questions and more in our discussion of the 3rd chapter of The Silmarillion proper, Of the Coming of the Elves and the Captivity of Melkor. Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings! Talking Tolkien is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:08:25	anhören
0008 - Evan Palmer interview	26.02.2015 15:06	We sit down with illustrator Evan Palmer of EvanPalmerComics.com to discuss his graphic interpretation of Ainulindalë. It's an illuminating interview for a fascinating work! You can find Evan's work at EvanPalmerComics.com/Ainulindale. Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings! Talking Tolkien is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:10:51	anhören
0006 - On Enjoying Tolkien or Reasons Why	23.02.2015 15:38	Why spend so much time talking and writing about Tolkien? What does it mean to fully enjoy something? We discuss these matters, with a little help from C.S. Lewis, on our first non-Silmarillion episode. Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings!Talking Tolkien is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	47:34	anhören
0005 - The Silmarillion - Ch02 - Of Aulë and Yavanna	23.02.2015 15:30	Where did Dwarves, Ents, and Eagles come from? We explore these questions and more in our discussion of the 2nd chapter of The Silmarillion proper, Of Aulë and Yavanna. Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings! Talking Tolkien is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	56:04	anhören
0004 - The Silmarillion - Ch01 - Of the Beginning of Days	17.02.2015 17:24	On the 4th episode of the Talking Tolkien podcast, co-hosts John & Greta Carswell examine the 1st chapter of The Silmarillion proper, Of the Beginning of Days. Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings! Talking Tolkien is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMyths.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:03:28	anhören
0003 - The Silmarillion - Valaquenta	13.02.2015 12:09	On the third episode of the Talking Tolkien podcast, co-hosts John & Greta Carswell examine Valaquenta, the second section in J.R.R. Tolkien's The Silmarillion. Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings! Talking Tolkien is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org. You can learn more by following @tolkienwisdom on Twitter and following TrueMyths.org on Facebook at Facebook.com/TrueMythsBecome a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:18:39	anhören
0002 - The Silmarillion - Ainulindalë	07.02.2015 21:21	Concerning "Ainulindalë", the Music of the Ainur, the first part of The Silmarillion...Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:04:04	anhören
0001 - The Silmarillion - Introduction	02.02.2015 16:17	On the first episode of the Talking Tolkien podcast, co-hosts John & Greta Carswell provide an introduction to J.R.R. Tolkien's The Silmarillion and introduce some of the many themes they will be covering as they move through The Silmarillion chapter-by-chapter over the next several episodes. Come get lost in Middle-earth and explore the history of The Hobbit's world! Talking Tolkien is the podcast of the website TrueMyths.org.Become a supporter of this podcast: LINK	1:13:48	anhören

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